Senior Analyst, Cost Controls

The AES Corporation

. Support the financial execution of capital projects across development and construction.

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $87,000 - $104,550 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial execution of capital projects, including budget management, variance analysis, and compliance with internal controls. Proficient in SAP and advanced Excel, with a strong focus on data accuracy and continuous improvement in cost control processes.

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Financial Planning And Analysis (FP&A)Cost ControlSAP ProficiencyAdvanced Microsoft ExcelData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementVariance AnalysisCost Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS)AccrualsCapital Expenditures (CapEx)Operational Expenditures (OpEx)Financial ReportingData ReconciliationForecastingContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SAPPower BIERP Tools

Industry Keywords

Energy SectorInfrastructure SectorFinancial Close ProcessesData AccuracyCost Transparency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the financial execution of capital projects across development and construction.
Partner with project managers to publish and maintain project budgets and forecasts.
Monitor and report capital expenditures (CapEx) and operational expenditures (OpEx) against approved budgets.
Perform monthly variance analysis and provide insights on cost drivers and trends.
Support budget reallocation, budget increase, and contingency drawdown requests while ensuring compliance with internal controls and board approval thresholds.
Maintain and reconcile project actual, commitment, and forecast data in SAP within the cost breakdown structure (CBS/WBS).
Assist with monthly and quarterly financial close processes, including accruals and reporting deliverables.
Collaborate with Accounting and Accounts Payable to improve data accuracy and reporting processes.
Contribute to continuous improvement of cost control processes and tools, including Power BI dashboards and SAP enhancements.
Collaborate with project managers, developers, and finance leadership to ensure cost transparency and accountability and deliver projects on time and on budget.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field.
2–4 years of experience in FP&A, Cost Control, or Business Intelligence, preferably in the energy or infrastructure sector.
Proficiency in SAP or similarly complex ERP tool; SAP Investment Management and SAP Funds Management modules preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel user required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work cross-functionally.
High emotional intelligence and collaborative mindset.
Enjoys working on large data sets and improving data processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proactive and resourceful with a continuous improvement mindset.
Work authorization will be verified through Form I-9 and E-Verify.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) eligibility
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave