Construction Finance Analyst: Project Cost & Payroll

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Mass Electric Construction Co. in the MEC Industrial District seeks an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting, cost control, payroll and accounts payable/receivable across projects from $1M to $4B, helping with month-end close and financial reporting.

Located in the United States, this role requires relocation and regular travel; the MEC Industrial District operates across the U.S., and the position offers a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Ability to relocate anywhere in the country.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Travel and/or relocation may be required for this position (up to 50%).
• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred.
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passion for continuous improvement.

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 troubleshoot payment or vendor issues
• Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, 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

Skills

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree

Tools

Pivot Tables

V-Look Ups

Excel

Job description

Mass Electric Construction Co. in the MEC Industrial District seeks an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting, cost control, payroll and accounts payable/receivable across projects from $1M to $4B, helping with month-end close and financial reporting.

Located in the United States, this role requires relocation and regular travel; the MEC Industrial District operates across the U.S., and the position offers a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow