Finance Analyst

Jobtailor; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to oversee invoice review, budgeting, and cost controls for construction projects in Shelton, CT. The role requires analytical rigor, US GAAP knowledge, and collaboration with operations teams to ensure accurate project cost reporting.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in project accounting or related fields, with experience in NetSuite and MS Office. A bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field is preferred, and integrity is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in project accounting, construction finance, project controls, contract administration, procurement, or cost analysis.
• High level of independent work ethics and integrity.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Industry knowledge of construction and service is preferred.
• Accounting knowledge, US GAAP.
• Knowledge of NetSuite and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Power point) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Review & Processing: Audit project-related invoices, subcontractor invoice and applications, and service orders for mathematical accuracy.
• Project Financial Analysis & Cost Control: Monitor budget versus actuals, identifying potential cost overruns.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with Operations to review project financial performance.
• Reporting & Analytics: Maintain reporting on contractor disputes, project cost variances, and realized savings.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost control

Analytical skills

Communication

Integrity

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/related field

Tools

NetSuite

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Invoice Review & Processing: Audit project-related invoices, subcontractor invoice and applications, and service orders for mathematical accuracy
• Project Financial Analysis & Cost Control: Monitor budget versus actuals, identifying potential cost overruns
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise with Operations to review project financial performance
• Reporting & Analytics: Maintain reporting on contractor disputes, project cost variances, and realized savings

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in project accounting, construction finance, project controls, contract administration, procurement, or cost analysis
• High level of independent work ethics and integrity
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Industry knowledge of construction and service is preferred
• Accounting knowledge, US GAAP
• Knowledge of NetSuite and Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Power point) preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project accounting and financial analysis, with a strong focus on budget monitoring, cost control, and reporting. Proficient in US GAAP and familiar with construction finance and project controls.