Senior Financial Analyst/Project Accountant (Mid - Senior Level)

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sustainability advisory firm seeks a Senior Financial Analyst in Dallas, Texas. The candidate will provide financial support for multiple clients and projects, ensuring compliance and optimizing cash flow. This role involves significant leadership responsibilities, collaboration with various stakeholders, and a commitment to sustainability solutions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience required.
• Strong expertise in Excel and accounting software.
• Leadership desire and ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive finance and accounting support for assigned clients and projects.
• Monitor and report project KPIs to ensure project execution aligns with approved models.
• Lead and mentor junior financial analysts.

Skills

Communication

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst/Project Accountant (Mid - Senior Level)

Apply locations: Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas

Type: Full time | Posted on: Today | Application deadline: July 18, 2025 (30 days left)

The Opportunity

We are seeking a finance professional to join our global Digital Services business as a Senior Client Financial Analyst. This individual will work closely with our Partners and Project Managers to support successful project delivery, exceed client expectations, and drive positive business results.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive finance and accounting support for assigned clients and projects, including:
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including ERM Partners, ERM Project Managers, client procurement departments, and client accounting personnel.
• Review contractual documents to ensure clarity and compliance with ERM policy and best practices.
• Own the order to cash process, including PO receipt, project setup, billing, collections, and revenue recognition, with an emphasis on optimizing cash flow.
• Monitor and report project KPIs and engage with Partners and Project Managers to ensure project execution aligns with approved models for maximum profitability.
• Coordinate global projects across international offices with multiple currencies and regional tax requirements.
• Apply business acumen and analytical skills to identify opportunities and solve problems.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior financial analysts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong computer skills, including expertise with Excel and experience with mid- to high-level accounting software.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Adept at collaboration and building consensus around recommendations.
• Ability to work independently in a collaborative environment, managing large datasets and meeting deadlines.
• Leadership desire and ability to lead a team.

About Us

At ERM, sustainability is our core business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm dedicated solely to sustainability, offering unmatched expertise across business and finance sectors.

We work with clients to operationalize sustainability at scale through strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities.

Our diverse team collaborates globally to help organizations set targets, measure progress, and implement strategies for sustainability and business transformation.

With over 50 years of experience, our integrated solutions and technical expertise make us a trusted partner for organizations worldwide.

We are passionate about creating value through sustainability, helping clients meet environmental, health, and safety objectives while contributing to global initiatives like The Decade of Action.

Our globally integrated teams are committed to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that leave a positive impact on the planet.