Senior Cost & Contract Management Specialist

South Jersey Industries

Senior Cost & Contract Management Specialist overseeing financial discipline and contractual integrity for SJI Renewable Energy ventures. Implements cost controls and collaborates with vendors for effective project management.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeMount Laurel • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $84,375 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

cost managementproject controlscontract administrationdata analysisfinancial reportingcontract managementrisk mitigationcompliancebudgetingforecasting

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillsattention to detailability to learn quicklywork under pressurecollaboration skillsability to manage multiple priorities

Tools & Technologies

ERP systemsWorkdayproject management softwareProcoreMS Excel

Industry Keywords

GAAPService Level Agreementsfinancial statementscost center budgetsvendor performance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer the full lifecycle of contracts to ensure alignment with organizational standards and compliance with legal requirements
Manage month-end accrual processes ensuring expenses are recorded in the period incurred
Review, approve, and process purchase orders and/or supplier invoices, comparing against contractual terms to ensure accurate billing, identifying discrepancies, and controlling costs
Maintain, track, and report on project and/or cost center budgets, analyzing variances and providing actionable insights for cost-saving measures
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by providing operational cost analysis and performance trend insights
Develop and implement standardized business process workflows, templates, and tools to ensure cost control, compliance, and consistency across the SJI REV organization
Conduct regular vendor meetings to review expected and actual invoiced costs; periodically evaluate vendor performance against Service Level Agreements and ensure compliance with contract terms
Perform deep dives into vendor proposals, analyze cost breakdowns, standardize vendor submission and invoice validation processes
Review financial statements monthly to identify performance drivers and recommend corrective actions that drive P&L and B/S accountability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Construction Management, or a business-related field
5+ years of experience in cost management, project controls, or contract administration
Or, Master's degree and 3 years in cost management, project controls, or contract administration
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems (i.e., Workday) and project management software (i.e., Procore)
Advanced MS Excel skills for data analysis and financial reporting
Strong understanding of GAAP requirements
Superior analytical, organizational, and communication (written/verbal) skills
Proven ability to learn quickly and work well under pressure with appropriate attention to detail
Robust contract management skills including risk mitigation, compliance, and financial acumen
Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environment
Strong collaboration skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
401(k), with generous company match
Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.