Manufacturing Accountant

Project Controller

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Controller to join our Capital Project Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and controlling project costs, ensuring that all financial aspects of contracts are accurately tracked and reported. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of cost control processes, including SAP experience and capital budget management.

Responsibilities :

• Monitor and control project costs to ensure they remain within budget.
• Prepare and maintain detailed cost reports and forecasts.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted costs and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop cost control strategies.
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents related to contracts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as contractual obligations.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on the financial status of projects.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial plans for new projects.
• Utilize SAP software for cost tracking and reporting.
• Manage capital budgets for various projects within the Capital Project Group.
Essential Skills :
• Forecasting
• Cost analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Cost control
• Accounting
• SAP
• Project controls

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Work Environment :

This position is based in a heavy industrial manufacturing facility. The role is a contract position supporting various projects, with the potential for a full-time role depending on project projections.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Contract position based out of Clarksville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Clarksville, TN.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

About Actalent :

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.