Project Finance Specialist

Tylent; Louisa (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tylent is seeking a Project Controls Analyst in Louisa, Virginia, to provide financial oversight for construction projects valued between $20 million and $1 billion. This role will directly support the Project Manager and involve maintaining project finances and ensuring compliance with company standards.

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree or experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel. Tools such as SAP and experience in General Contracting will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in General Contracting companies.
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a financial resource for construction projects.
• Collaborate closely with project teams and trade partners.
• Support monthly project financial forecast and prepare monthly cost reports.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Textura

Coupa

Google platforms

Job description

Please Note: Must have General Contacting companies experience.

About the job:

As a Project Controls Analyst, you will serve as a trusted financial resource for construction projects and the primary liaison between operations and corporate finance. This highly visible and fast-paced position is charged with financial reporting, compliance, and processing responsibilities over projects ranging in size from $20 million to $1 billion in contract value.

Responsibilities

This position will report directly to the Project Manager/Project Executive with input from the lead Project Controls Manager in the region. This individual will be in the middle of the action, working directly on our project sites and closely collaborating with our project team and trade partners.

Basic Qualifications

• Preferred degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other business-related fields or similar relevant work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Alignment to Company Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or Accounting experience
• Experience with SAP, Textura, Coupa, or Google platforms a plus
• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills

Project Finance

• Support monthly project financial forecast
• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Key performance indicator monitoring
• Process innovation and improvement
• Project cash-flow monitoring and forecasting
• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved
• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors
• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activity
• Lead, train, and develop project team members
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues
• Lead project close-out of project, including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering and design firms
• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project
• Drive a culture of safety on the project site
• Support the company’s acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations
• Provide leadership to foster an environment of inclusion and diversity