Finance Analyst 1 - Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Kiewit; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm is looking for an entry-level Financial Analyst in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves project accounting, cost control, and payroll management among other critical tasks. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with strong skills in financial analysis and Microsoft Excel. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance and disability protection

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• BA in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent preferred.
• 0-2 years of financial/data analysis experience.
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project accounting and finance functions.
• Perform cost control and payroll management.
• Ensure accurate accounts payable/receivable processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Microsoft Excel

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Overview

Are you interested in helping be responsible for the business management of projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion? How about taking part in key forecasting and accounting practices? If this is something that interests you, Kiewit is looking for individuals who can make a profound impact on our company culture every day!

The Financial Analyst is an entry-level role focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance-related functions. Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with the Financial Analyst concentrated on critical tasks such as cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance.

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 to 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree
• 0 - 2 years of financial/data analysis experience
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred
• 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
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future
• Previous internship experience is preferred

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.