Finance Analyst 1, Energy District

About the Role

The Operations Finance Analyst is an early-career role focused on supporting project accounting and finance functions. This role concentrates on critical tasks such as forecast modeling, cash flow analysis, risk/opportunity tracking, return on investment initiatives, and analytics. Analysts will become subject matter experts in different types of cost and revenue components, including labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month-end close-out processes and preparation of financial reporting packages for project management.
• Gather and analyze financial data, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations and solutions to management.
• Provide oversight of processes completed by service partners, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and human capital management.
• Foster relationships with the Operations team and demonstrate a willingness to learn about the Construction industry.
• Ability to take on new challenges outside of prior experiences or educational background to build a versatile skillset.
• Understand the intercompany and client billing process workflow, the importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management.
• Review costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports, and make appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for leadership.
• Identify, adjust, and review forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
• Maintain a highly organized work environment, understand the importance of time management, and communicate in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
• Follow the Corporate Compliance Program and work in conjunction with the compliance department to implement all EEO and labor laws at the project level.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Displays strong leadership qualities with the ability to drive projects from conception to completion.
• Experience working with Excel including Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key functions is preferred.
• Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to changing project needs.
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Previous internship experience is preferred.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.