Entry-Level Construction Finance Analyst

Kiewit; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness program

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is hiring an entry-level Finance Analyst to support cost control, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable on multi-million to multi-billion projects. You’ll help with forecasting, month-end close, and financial reporting for project management.

Ideal for recent grads with a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and strong Excel skills; willing to relocate and travel up to 50% across the U.S. This role offers hands-on experience in a large construction environment.

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
• 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
• 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
• Previous internship experience 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

Effective communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Pivot Tables

V-Look Ups

Job description

Kiewit is hiring an entry-level Finance Analyst to support cost control, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable on multi-million to multi-billion projects. You’ll help with forecasting, month-end close, and financial reporting for project management.

Ideal for recent grads with a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and strong Excel skills; willing to relocate and travel up to 50% across the U.S. This role offers hands-on experience in a large construction environment.