Entry Finance Analyst — Project Cost & Forecasting

Kiewit; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting and financial activities. The role covers cost control, payroll, AP/AR, human capital management, and compliance as part of the month-end close and financial reporting package.

Projects span across the United States with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced construction environment. The position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to internal controls and policies.

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.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key Excel functions is preferred.

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

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Statistics/Business Management

GPA 3.0 or above

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting and financial activities. The role covers cost control, payroll, AP/AR, human capital management, and compliance as part of the month-end close and financial reporting package.

Projects span across the United States with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced construction environment. The position emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to internal controls and policies.