Finance Analyst, Bridge and Marine

Job Title: Finance Analyst

District: Kiewit Bridge & Marine

Department: Operational Finance

Position Overview

The Finance Analyst is an entry-level role focused on supporting project accounting and finance functions. Responsibilities include cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance. This role will develop skills in executing processes and utilizing tools related to labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts. The Finance Analyst will support the month-end close process and prepare financial reporting packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project accounting and finance functions, including cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance.
• Gain proficiency in processes and tools for various cost and revenue components such as labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
• Assist with the month-end close process.
• Prepare financial reporting packages for project management.
• Adapt to project needs and assist in other areas as required.
• Foster relationships with the Operations team and learn about the work.
• Understand payroll and HR processes, including hiring, transferring, terminating, and paying employees.
• Comprehend purchasing workflows, invoice processing, and internal controls for purchasing.
• Demonstrate understanding of the accounts payable process and troubleshoot payment or vendor issues.
• Understand intercompany and client billing processes, documentation importance, and effects on cash management.
• Ensure accuracy of costs and cost adjustments to meet company standards and accounting rules.
• Review costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports, making corrections for accurate management reporting.
• Identify, adjust, and review forecast and budget issues to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
• Provide customer service, maintain a positive attitude, and assist team members.
• Maintain an organized work environment, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly.
• Follow the Corporate Compliance Program and implement EEO and labor laws at the project level.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years' financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Previous internship experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key Excel functions is preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passion for continuous improvement.
• Ability to travel and relocate initially and throughout your career as business requires.
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and 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.