Finance Analyst

About the Role

The Finance Analyst is an entry-level role focused on supporting projects in accounting and finance-related functions. Kiewit projects operate like small businesses, with the Finance Analyst concentrating on critical tasks such as cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance. This position will develop skills in executing processes and utilizing tools related to different types of cost and revenue components like labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts. The Finance Analyst will be an integral part of the month-end close-out process and assist with preparing a financial reporting package for project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed.
• Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work.
• Understands the payroll and HR process workflow, and masters the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees.
• Comprehends how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintains purchasing workflow internal controls.
• Demonstrates understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and is able to troubleshoot payment or vendor issues.
• Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, the importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management.
• Ensures that all costs and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules.
• Reviews costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports and makes appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management.
• Identifies, adjusts, and reviews forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
• Displays first-rate customer service skills – maintains a positive attitude and always willing to offer a helping hand to other team members.
• Maintains a highly organized work environment, understands the importance of time management, and communicates in a clear, concise, and effective manner.
• Follows the Corporate Compliance Program and works in conjunction with the compliance department to implement all EEO and labor laws at the project level.
• Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed.
• Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work.
• Understands the payroll and HR process workflow, and masters the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees.
• Comprehends how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintains purchasing workflow internal controls.
• Demonstrates understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and is able to troubleshoot payment or vendor issues.
• Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, the importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management.
• Ensures that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules.
• Reviews costs, quantity claiming, budget structure and exception reports and makes appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management.
• Identifies, adjusts, and reviews forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
• Displays first-rate customer service skills – maintains a positive attitude and always willing to offer a helping hand to other team members.
• Maintains highly organized work environment, understands importance of time management, and communicates in a clear, concise and effective manner.
• Follows the Corporate Compliance Program and works in conjunction with the compliance department to implement all EEO and labor laws at the project level.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key Excel functions is preferred.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent degree.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 0-2 years' financial/data analysis experience.
• Previous internship experience 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 work well independently, as well as part of a team.