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Hybrid-Junior Cost Technician

Junior Cost Technician
External ID # 387923
Valparaiso, IN - HYBRID
12 month W2 contract (with potential to extend or transition to perm)
Pay rate: $27-36/hr - Depending on Education and Experience

Summary:
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.

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.



What’s In It For You?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs

Estimated Min Rate: $25.54
Estimated Max Rate: $36.48


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants 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. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.