Capital Project Analyst - Decatur, IL

This is a full-time, exempt-level position.

Position Summary:

The Capital Project Analyst compiles data from active capital projects into concise information to allow the project team to effectively complete projects that meet ADM’s objectives.

This person would be responsible for supporting the Capex Regional Manager and Project Managers with various project management needs in the following areas: Project cost tracking of approved funding versus current project expenditures and spend forecasts, assisting in project setup and management, Procurement, Contractor setup and management, and other general project areas.

This includes both day-to-day activities and troubleshooting, as well as longer range analysis and planning.

Essential Job Functions:

     Cost & Schedule ManagementReporting and monitoring cost and schedule performance of assigned capital project(s); Develop Capex monthly project progress reports including actuals, commitments, and forecast expenditures, variance analysis and estimates to complete in coordination with the project managerParticipate in capital project meetings and work with project engineers regarding financial issues, project cost estimates, and related issuesAssist project manager in monitoring and analyzing actual project costs versus budget (in USD and other currencies as applicable)Assist project manager in project schedule monitoring by analyzing actual milestone dates vs baseline schedule deviation including substantial completion date(s)Conduct monthly reconciliations on Purchase Orders, Receipts, Invoices, Payments, and resolve identified discrepancies in the dataAnalyze project performance data (cost, schedule, and scope) to identify risks, trends, and opportunities; support Earned Value and cash flow forecasting     Project & Business AnalyticsCollaborate with business financial analysts, project managers and Capex Commercial Assurance manager to understand the project's business assumptions used in the business case and its correlation to the project’s financial metricsAnalyze the project's financial metrics, including costs, revenues, and investment requirements, to assess the expected cash flows and 3 year -ROICRegularly report ROIC performance to stakeholders, including project sponsors, executives, and finance teamsUse financial modeling tools and techniques to assess the potential positive or adverse effects of project delays, cost overruns, or schedule improvements on the project’s cash flows and 3 year -ROICProvide clear and actionable insights into how project decisions (e.g., scope changes, schedule adjustments, and budget reallocations) impact overall project’s delivery and business value.Highlight risks and opportunities related to the project’s financial metrics, ensuring stakeholders understand the financial implications of project changesRegularly review data hygiene to ensure accuracy of information. Collaborate with various teams to correct data and data procedures     Project Setup & ManagementWork with Project Engineers & Global Fixed Assets set up Chart of AccountsLiaison between Project Team, Global Fixed Assets, and Project Controls TeamAssist Project Managers with the capitalization, preparation of property ledger, and project close out process (including PO closing)     Capital Project ProcurementAssist with procurement of goods and services, including generating Purchase Requests, entering receipts, follow-up with vendor on estimated delivery dates, coordination, &/or expediting of deliveries, coordinate returns and corrections with vendors, and other duties as assignedTrack and follow-up on unpaid bills, rebate credits, process payment over-rider requests, etc. with Accounts Payable as neededAssist the Project Manager in resolving vendor/supplier issuesReview &/or resolve discrepancies on invoices or reports (Receipt/Invoice variance approvals, CIP, etc)Work with Procurement on new vendor set up activities including  proper documentation, contacting Contractor Services to verify ability to work onsite, and other duties as assignedWork with CapEx Procurement in the scheduling, expediting, and tracking of equipment and material deliveries at the direction of the Project Manager     Project Contractor ManagementAssist with tracking and consolidation reporting of construction labor productivity (benchmarking) for CapEx projectsSupport the creation of contractor schedule of values (cost, progress, labor hours, etc.) against the project's schedule milestones, and review weekly/monthly contractor progress reports against the schedule of valuesMonitor and report on ADM and contractor equipment rental costs and terms     Other Capital Project ActivitiesAssist Project team with maintaining complete project files, including contractors, subs, and vendors for the entire duration of the projectAssist in the preparation and distribution of project communicationsAssist with tracking and reporting of project safety statistics for contractors at job siteAssist in project closeout activities including entry and management of “Lessons Learned” and development of project KPIs per Capex RequirementsPrepare special reports and complete other assignments as directed (i.e., Steerco presentations)Support and promote development and use of ADM &/or industry best practices, ADM Engineering Standards, and ADM PoliciesProvide administrative support as neededRequired Qualifications:Fluency in English (or native language fluency in project locations required)Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a similar field of study and 3+ years experience of project accounting and or financial analysis in a construction industry or manufacturing environmentKnowledge or experience with purchase order, accounts payable, project cost tracking, and fixed asset systemsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detailProficient in the following business applications: Microsoft Office 365 applications, MS Power BI, and Sharepoint Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with all levels of managementAbility to present financial data in a clear and actionable format for project managers and non-financial stakeholders and be able to translate technical cost issues into business impactPossess self-management skills, including the ability to work successfully in a project focused, diverse global team environmentStrong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to work under pressure to meet established deadlines; proactive thinker with innovative ideas, dynamic, highly motivated, and results-orientedPreferred Qualifications:Experience with SpheraCloud, Maximo, Coupa, SAP, IBM applications or systems Working Conditions:The scope of this position will encompass office work in an office environment; some travel may be requiredExcited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed?  Studies have shown that applicants may self “select-out” of consideration if they do not meet every posted requirement.  We encourage you to apply anyway.  You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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