Finance Analyst, Bridge and Marine
Kiewit
About the Role
The Finance Analyst is an entry-level role focused on supporting projects in accounting and finance-related functions. Each project is run like a small business, with the Finance Analyst concentrating on critical tasks. The role will become skilled in executing processes and utilizing tools related to different types of cost and revenue components. 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
- Adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed.
- Fostering relationships with the Operations team and learning about the work.
- Understanding the payroll and HR process workflow, and mastering the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees.
- Comprehending how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintaining purchasing workflow internal controls.
- Demonstrating understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and troubleshooting payment or vendor issues.
- Understanding intercompany and client billing process workflow, the importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management.
- Ensuring that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules.
- Reviewing costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports and making appropriate corrections for accurate reporting.
- Identifying, adjusting, and reviewing forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue.
- Maintaining a positive attitude and offering assistance to team members.
- Maintaining a highly organized work environment, understanding time management, and communicating clearly and effectively.
- Following the Corporate Compliance Program and working with the compliance department to implement 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.