Finance Analyst, Bridge and Marine

About the Role

The Finance Analyst is an entry-level role focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance related functions. This position will become skilled executing processes and utilizing tools related to different types of cost and revenue components such as labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts. The Finance Analyst will be an integral part of the month-end close process and assist with preparing a financial reporting package for project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in recognizing the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed.
• Foster relationships with the Operations team and show a willingness to learn about the work.
• Understand the payroll and HR process workflow, and master the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees.
• Comprehend how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintain purchasing workflow internal controls.
• Demonstrate understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and troubleshoot payment or vendor issues.
• Understand intercompany and client billing process workflow, the importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management.
• Ensure that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules.
• Review costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports and make appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management.
• Identify, adjust, and review forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
• Display first-rate customer service skills – maintain a positive attitude and always offer a helping hand to other team members.
• 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.

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.
• 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

• 0-2 years' financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent degree.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 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.
• Ability to travel and relocate initially and throughout your career as business requires.

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.