Cost Technician
12+ months contract
$35-40/hr on w2
Location: Valparaiso, IN 46385
HYBRID - We currently operate under a hybrid work schedule (M/F work from home, T/W/Th in office), however this arrangement is subject to change at the company’s discretion based on business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Qualifications:
Support project cost control across multiple initiatives including validating invoices and timesheets against conformed contracts and database records, obtain payment approvals and ensure accurate cost allocation using Work Orders, Commodity Codes, and governing documents. Responsibilities also include generating standardized and ad-hoc reports to support project analysis, contractor performance, and financial metrics. Communicate all results and issues to the Manager of Project Controls and other departments within NIPSCO as needed.
High school & post-secondary education. Experience: 3 plus Years
Responsibilities:
Invoice Validation & Processing
Review and validate vendor invoices against Purchase Orders (POs) and governing documents.
Confirm scope of work, cost basis, allowable rates, applicable Work Orders (WOs), and effective dates.
Ensure proper accounting and allocation using Work Order, Commodity Code (CC), and timesheet data.
Troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies in invoice data, documentation, or allocations.
Route validated invoices through the Ariba approval workflow.
Timesheet Validation & Processing
Validate timesheets for compliance with PO terms and governing documents.
Confirm allowable rates, units, WOs, and PO references.
Ensure accurate cost allocation and documentation for invoicing purposes.
Enter timesheet data into database
Identify and resolve discrepancies in timesheet entries, supporting documentation, or rate calculations.
Reporting
Generate standardized and ad-hoc reports to support project cost analysis, contractor performance tracking, and other financial or operational metrics.
Assist in compiling data for internal reviews, audits, and forecasting activities.
Perform administrative and clerical duties as directed.