Sr. Finance Analyst / Project Controller

Kiewit; Oakville, Toronto, Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Finance Analyst, where your expertise in financial and data analysis will drive impactful decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with project teams, ensuring financial integrity and fostering effective communication. You will play a crucial role in analyzing project cash flows, managing financial risks, and driving improvements across the organization. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, this position provides a dynamic work environment that values your contributions. Embrace the chance to make a lasting impact in the construction and engineering sectors while advancing your career in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of financial/data analysis experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and communicate project financial results to management.
• Drive continuous improvement and manage communication across teams.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Managerial Experience

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

CMIS

PMIS

Prolog

Job description

Sr. Finance Analyst / Project Controller

Location: Oakville, ON, CA; Toronto, ON, CA; Etobicoke, ON, CA

Requisition ID: 175919

Job Level: Senior Level

Department: Operational Finance

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. We serve the construction and mining industries and operate in Eastern Canada.

This position will be based out of our Oakville office. The successful candidate will be able to work in-office full-time.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and effectively communicates financial results of the project to upper level management
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy-in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Understands financial reporting - including the upstream effects of reporting to other areas of the organization
• Manages the division of responsibilities and communication between various project & home office departments
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Effectively utilizes the right data, reports, and tools for risk analysis and benchmarking
• Reviews all project and estimate cash flows, contract terms, and change orders in detail for financial risks and opportunities
• Recognizes when and who to escalate specific conversations/issues
• Understands, substantiates, and reconciles all financial reports monthly and annually
• Creates an inviting workplace that motivates and challenges each team member to achieve career goals and strive for opportunities
• Understands the needs of the organization, aims to bring in high quality talent, and continually develops team members through critical conversations and performance reviews
• Monitors results of new processes, troubleshoots failures and issues, and presents solutions to unsolicited problems

Qualifications

• 8+ years of financial/data analysis experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or an equivalent degree is required
• Strong working knowledge of accounting including: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities
• High level of professionalism and standards
• Managerial experience
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• CPA, MBA, or public accounting experience preferred
• Financial or accounting experience in construction or engineering industry preferred
• Knowledge of or familiarity with principal field business management systems: SAP, CMIS, PMIS and Prolog (P.O. and A/P) preferred
• Proven track record of successfully developing or managing a team preferred

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

We offer our full-time 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 discrimination and comply with 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.

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.