Finance Analyst - Construction

Kiewit; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental & vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Project Finance Analyst to support Hamilton, Ontario operations. You will analyze project costs, oversee budgets, forecasts, and revenue recognition, and guide management with financial insight.

The role involves training and mentoring project business staff, coordinating with Operations to identify risks and opportunities, and ensuring robust internal controls and timely client invoicing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or equivalent degree.
• Knowledge of accounting, including general ledgers, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, and experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key functions.
• Knowledge utilizing complex ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) to prepare financial reporting and forecasts.
• Knowledge in data visualization tools (Power BI) to present complex financial analyses.
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality results.
• Flexible to travel and/or relocate as needed

Responsibilities

• Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows Company standards for cost and revenue reporting.
• Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities.
• Manages employee performance using the division of responsibilities, clearly communicates expectations and goals, and provides coaching and feedback during reviews.
• Prepares client invoicing, manages accounts receivables and revenue, and reviews project cash flow projection on a monthly basis.
• Reviews and understands prime contract and change orders, including insurance, taxes, payment terms, and labor laws.
• Follows and implements proper internal controls, and acts as main point of contact for internal or external audits.
• Drives continuous improvement and promotes positive change.
• Earns trust and buy-in of processes from Operations to improve communication within the organization.
• Shows eagerness to learn ins and outs of field operations to better understand financial reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Excel

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

Job description

Department:Operational Finance

Market:Marine

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit/McNally's Project Finance Analysts are the point person for all accounting and finance needs at a project level. You will interface directly with project and district management to provide trusted insight into the financial health of a project. This role evaluates construction job cost data, and completes analysis and reporting for management. You will oversee the project's budget, forecast, and revenue recognition. The Finance Analyst is also responsible for training, development, and management of all project business staff.

District Overview

McNally, a division of Kiewit, is a premier North American tunneling and marine construction contractor specializing in complex underground infrastructure, water, wastewater, transportation, and marine projects. Backed by the strength of Kiewit, McNally delivers innovative solutions to some of the industry's most challenging construction projects while providing employees with exceptional opportunities for professional growth, technical development, and career advancement.

Location

This position is based full-time in our Hamilton, Ontario District Office. We may consider basing the right candidate out of Kiewit's Union Station office downtown Toronto.

Responsibilities

• Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows Company standards for cost and revenue reporting
• Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities
• Manages employee performance using the division of responsibilities, clearly communicates expectations and goals, and provides coaching and radically honest feedback during employee performance reviews
• Prepares client invoicing, manages accounts receivables and revenue, and reviews project cash flow projection on a monthly basis
• Reviews and understands prime contract and change orders, including insurance, taxes, payment terms, and labor laws
• Follows and implements proper internal controls, and acts as main point of contact for any internal or external financial audits
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy-in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Shows eagerness to learn ins and outs of the field operations to better understand and communicate financial reports and data
• Displays first-rate customer services skill, with a willing and positive attitude when/where needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial/data analysis experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or equivalent degree
• Knowledge of accounting, including general ledgers, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and tax
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel, and experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key functions
• Knowledge utilizing complex ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) to prepare financial reporting and forecasts
• Knowledge in data visualization tools (Power BI) to present complex financial analyses
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to product high quality results
• Flexible to travel and/or relocate as needed #LI-GH

Other Requirements:

• 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

Compensation:$75,000 -90,000

• Total compensation may be higher or lower than the posted range, subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discriminationand complywith all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.