Project Cost Controller – Federal

ICF

Project Cost Controller managing federal project finance and compliance for FEMA-funded initiatives in New York. Overseeing financial reconciliation and supporting project-specific audits.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost accounting and financial reconciliation for FEMA projects, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in project accounting systems and advanced Excel functionalities to support financial analysis and reporting.

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Cost AccountingFEMA Project Finance Grant ExperienceIntermediate Excel SkillsProject Accounting SystemsFinancial Reconciliation

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Hard Skills

Cost AccountingFinancial ReconciliationProject Accounting SystemsFEMA ComplianceAudit Response Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedPatience

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcel Pivot TablesExcel V-LookupDocument Management Software

Industry Keywords

FEMAFederal Contract RequirementsGrant ManagementFinancial Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead cost accounting and financial reconciliation to ensure project costs are eligible for FEMA reimbursement.
Efficiently provide consultative technical/analytical and functional support to the team and stakeholders.
Prepare monthly progress reports to track project costs and progress.
Review and process contractor invoices to meet FEMA and federal contract requirements.
Professionally interact with subrecipients, federal and state agency representatives, peers, and project manager utilizing excellent communication skills, understanding and patience.
Monitor project costs to ensure compliance with all laws, regulation, and policies pertaining to FEMA programs.
Assist in preparing audit responses.
Work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented flexible environment.
Other duties and learning as directed by ICF.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field.
4+ years of FEMA or Federal project finance grant experience including supporting contract programs from start-up through implementation and closeout.
4+ years of experience with MS Office, including Intermediate Excel– Pivot Tables, V-Lookup, Formulas, etc., and a working knowledge of project accounting systems and document management software tools.
Must commute within a two-hour radius of Melville, New York for a hybrid schedule (2 days or more at designated office location and remainder work-from-home).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off