Junior Financial Analyst: Project Cost & Forecasting

Kiewit Corporation; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness and employee assistance

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation is seeking an Entry Level Financial Analyst to support accounting and finance activities on projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion. You’ll assist cost control, payroll, AP/AR, human capital management, and compliance, contributing to month-end close and financial reporting for management.

Based in the United States, you will work with a team that treats each project like a small business, providing opportunities for learning and growth across disciplines in a large,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree.
• 0–3 years of financial/data analysis experience.
• GPA of 3.0 or above preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key Excel functions is preferred.
• Effective communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passion 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.

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

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to relocate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Statistics/Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

V-Lookups

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Kiewit Corporation is seeking an Entry Level Financial Analyst to support accounting and finance activities on projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion. You’ll assist cost control, payroll, AP/AR, human capital management, and compliance, contributing to month-end close and financial reporting for management.

Based in the United States, you will work with a team that treats each project like a small business, providing opportunities for learning and growth across disciplines in a large,