Project Financial Analyst

The Squires Group, Inc.; Springfield (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Financial Analyst to support a major utility company in the Washington DC metro area. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to lead financial processes and governance in a dynamic IT environment. You will manage financial tracking for multiple projects, ensuring accuracy and providing essential support to project managers. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position is perfect for someone passionate about driving organizational change and delivering tangible financial results. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in financial budgeting and forecasting.
• Proficiency with financial systems like PeopleSoft and JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track financials for 15-20 ongoing projects.
• Assist PMs in interpreting financial data and tracking costs.

Skills

Financial Budgeting

Forecasting

Accrual Accounting

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

JD Edwards (JDE)

SQL

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Direct message the job poster from The Squires Group, Inc.

Director, Client Services & Strategic Sourcing

Overview

The Squires Group is seeking a Project Financial Analyst to support a major utility company in the Washington DC metro area. This long-term opportunity is ideal for a professional with expertise in project financial processes, budgeting, and financial governance within a fast-paced IT environment. Reporting to the Senior Project Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in transitioning and maturing financial practices to align with a Plan, Build, Run operating model, specifically focusing on the "Build" phase.

If you are driven to lead organizational change and deliver financial results, please apply!

This role is 100% REMOTE, but local candidates are preferred. Per our client contract, candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card Holders.

Responsibilities

• Project Financial Tracking : Manage and track financials for 15-20 ongoing projects at any given time. Monitor project-specific financials, cost categories, and vendor expenses. While PMs manage their own budgets, they need guidance to ensure accuracy.
• Accrual Accounting Expertise : Crucial for precise financial reporting, forecasting, and monthly close processes.
• PM Support & Mentorship : Assist PMs in interpreting financial data, tracking costs, and improving delivery reports.
• Excel Proficiency : Utilize advanced formulas, data structuring, and financial modeling for accurate reporting.
• Financial Systems & Tools : Primarily work with PeopleSoft (handling 75% of financials), Excel (JDE data format), and SQL queries (interpretation rather than development).
• IT-Centric Role : Preference for IT financial analysis experience over energy sector backgrounds, though energy experience is a plus.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field is preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in financial budgeting, forecasting, accruals processing, and actual cost tracking in IT or related domains.
• Proficiency with financial systems like PeopleSoft and JD Edwards (JDE).
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas and functions) and familiarity with SharePoint and Power BI; experience with utilities preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to thrive in a team-focused environment that promotes continuous learning and professional growth.
• Relevant certifications in project management are a plus.
• W2 Hourly rate: $63 - $88. Rate is based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications, and is subject to change at any time.
• Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.
  
  

4 Reasons To Join The Squires Group, Inc.

• Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
• Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
• Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
• We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.
  
  

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The Squires Group will pay you for every qualified professional that you refer and we place. If you see a position posted by The Squires Group and know the perfect person for the job, please send us your referral. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/squiresreferral .

The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Employment type

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