Senior Project Controller - Finance Leader for Construction

Kiewit Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit, based in Houston, seeks a Senior Project Controller to support multiple projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion in accounting and finance functions. The role involves leading project financials, developing teams, and advising senior management on risk and opportunities.

The position is based at the Energy Corridor office with up to 50% travel, requiring strong leadership, communication, and advanced Excel skills. CPA/MBA and construction industry experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• CPA, MBA, or public accounting experience preferred.
• Financial or accounting experience in construction or engineering industry preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP, CMIS, PMIS and Prolog (P.O. and A/P) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and effectively communicates financial results of the project to upper level management.
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization.
• Understands financial reporting - including the upstream effects of reporting to other areas of the organization.
• Manages the division of responsibilities and communication between various project & home office departments.
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change.
• Effectively utilizes the right data, reports, and tools for risk analysis and benchmarking.
• Reviews all project and estimate cash flows, contract terms, and change orders in detail for financial risks and opportunities.
• Recognizes when and who to elevate specific conversations/issues.
• Understands, substantiates, and reconciles all financial reports monthly and annually.
• Creates an inviting workplace that motivates and challenges each team member to achieve career goals and strive for opportunities.
• Understands the needs of the organization, aims to bring in high quality talent, and continually develops team members through critical conversations and performance reviews.
• Monitors results of new processes, trouble-shoots failures and issues, and presents solutions to unsolicited problems.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Excel

Leadership

Communication skills

Managerial experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

CMIS

PMIS

Prolog

Job description

Kiewit, based in Houston, seeks a Senior Project Controller to support multiple projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion in accounting and finance functions. The role involves leading project financials, developing teams, and advising senior management on risk and opportunities.

The position is based at the Energy Corridor office with up to 50% travel, requiring strong leadership, communication, and advanced Excel skills. CPA/MBA and construction industry experience are preferred.