Entry-Level Financial Analyst: Project Accounting

Kiewit; Lenexa, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit in Lenexa, KS is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst to support project accounting and finance-related functions. The role focuses on cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance across multiple projects.

The Financial Analyst will be part of the month-end close process and help prepare financial reporting for project management, with opportunities to learn cost reporting and revenue recognition in a large, national construction setting.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree.
• Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company.
• Ability to travel and/or relocate as required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• 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 passionate for continuous improvement.
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

Job description

Kiewit in Lenexa, KS is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst to support project accounting and finance-related functions. The role focuses on cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance across multiple projects.

The Financial Analyst will be part of the month-end close process and help prepare financial reporting for project management, with opportunities to learn cost reporting and revenue recognition in a large, national construction setting.