Finance Analyst Specialist

Aleron; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Finance Analyst Specialist to support project delivery through financial controlling, cost analysis, forecasting, and project-data management in Houston.

Responsibilities include managing SAP-based cost structures, budgets, EAC calculations, and monthly financial reviews to identify risks and opportunities for improvement. A strong Excel/ERP background is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2+ years in Project Controls, Cost Controls, Project Finance or related role.
• 2+ years with SAP or ERP systems with WBS and cost data.
• 2+ years in SAP Project System (SAP PS) or project ERP environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage project cost structures, budgets, WBS alignment, and master data in SAP.
• Prepare and maintain Estimate at Completion calculations and budgets.
• Monitor cost performance, identify overruns and risks.
• Support monthly forecasting of costs, revenue, gross profit and cost-to-complete.
• Drive accurate financial reporting and improve cost-controlling processes.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

SAP PS

ERP

Job description

Finance Analyst Specialist

Location: Houston, TX

Employment Type: Contract (12 months with potential to convert Direct)

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $37.14 /hr.

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. - (1st shift)

About the Opportunity:

• We are looking for an experienced Project Controller to support project delivery through financial controlling, cost analysis, forecasting, and project-data management.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Finance, and cross-functional teams, you will help maintain accurate project financials, monitor cost performance, and provide valuable insights to support informed business decisions.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Manage project cost structures, budgets, WBS alignment, and project master data within SAP.
• Prepare and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) calculations, analyzing actual costs, commitments, forecasts, and budget variances.
• Monitor project financial performance, identify cost overruns, savings opportunities, incorrect postings, and potential financial risks.
• Support monthly forecasting of project costs, revenue, gross profit, and cost-to-complete, coordinating financial reviews with key stakeholders.
• Drive accurate financial reporting, support accruals and project closures, and improve cost-controlling processes to enhance data quality and efficiency.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in Project Controls, Cost Controls, Project Finance, Cost Engineering, or a comparable project-oriented finance role.
• 2+ years of experience in process optimization, standardization, or continuous improvement.
• 2+ years of working experience with SAP or a comparable ERP/project-controlling system with WBS structures, cost data, and financial reconciliations.
• 2+ years of experience in SAP Project System (SAP PS) or project-based ERP environment.

What Sets You Apart:

• Good knowledge of cost planning, actuals and commitments, Estimate at Completion, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Good Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies and drive issues to resolution.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively across project and functional teams.
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, EPC, or another project-driven business.
• Digitalization or analytics skills in Power BI, SQL, Alteryx, Power Query.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.