Regional Financial Business Analyst - Denver, CO

Jacobs; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 74,700 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Company stock purchase

Deferred compensation

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Regional Business Analyst to support OMFS projects nationwide. You will focus on project controls, budgeting, forecasting and accounting support, partnering with diverse stakeholders to drive financial performance.

The role requires travel up to 25%, a hybrid work setup, and a track record of strong analysis and reporting. Join a team that delivers complex programs for critical infrastructure across the U.S.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. degree from a four-year college with coursework in engineering, business, finance and/or accounting or equivalent experience.
• Progressive experience related to accounting and finance in industry or consulting services.
• Extensive budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and reporting experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, especially advanced Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of project financials—budgeting, forecasting and revenue/GM recognition.
• Perform variance analysis and accounting duties related to accruals and true‑ups during closeouts.
• Partner with project managers, regional and corporate leadership, and commercial teams.
• Identify and mitigate risks that could affect project success and profitability.
• Travel to project sites and regional meetings to engage with teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organization/time management

Remote work productivity

Education

B.A./B.S. degree in engineering/business/finance/accounting

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don’t settle – we always look beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge to look into the future with great optimism and focus, ever determined to give our best and make a difference.

Role Overview

Jacobs has an exciting opportunity to support our Operations Management & Facilities Services (OMFS) projects and business across the U.S. as a Regional Business Analyst. As the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Regional Business Analyst, you’ll work with operational delivery managers and clients to support various O&M projects, including water & wastewater treatment plants, city services, and facilities services. You’ll be a Project Controls professional focusing on risk management, financial analysis and accounting support. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of project financials—budgeting, forecasting, revenue/GM recognition, performance variance analysis—and accounting duties related to accruals and true‑up of financials during monthly, quarterly and annual closeouts. You’ll partner with stakeholders such as project managers, regional and corporate leadership, the OMFS commercial team, sales, contracts, purchasing and accounting. You’ll identify and mitigate risks that could negatively impact project success and profitability, and travel to project sites and regional meetings to engage directly with the teams.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. degree from a four‑year accredited college or university with coursework in engineering, business, finance, and/or accounting or equivalent experience.
• Progressive experience related to accounting and finance in industry or consulting services.
• Extensive prior experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, especially advanced Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions.

Desired (Ideal) Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with fine attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and time‑management techniques.
• Advanced coursework or certification in business, finance, and/or accounting, with applicable work experience.
• Experience and discipline for remote work productivity.

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety‑sensitive labor or services. The role is hybrid, primarily working from home with some required in‑office time, and includes travel to regional meetings and project sites for the region supported. Candidates are expected to live in the locale(s) where we are hiring; relocation assistance is not available for this opportunity.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about: medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance; a 401(k) plan; the ability to purchase company stock at a discount; eligibility for deferred compensation or the Executive Deferral Plan; an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees; seven paid holidays; caregiver leave; and, for certain roles, additional rewards such as merit increases, performance discretionary bonus and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $74,700.00 to $95,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.