Sr Finance Analyst - Advanced Technology

Kiewit; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Sr Finance Analyst for Advanced Technology in Chicago/Itasca, IL. This onsite role supports multiple projects in accounting and finance, serving as a trusted advisor to operations managers and executive management on forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.

The position requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. The position offers full-time employment with a base salary of $120,000–$140,000 and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 5-8 years business administration, accounting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax.
• Experience in Engineering, Consulting or Professional Services preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high-quality results.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and standards.

Responsibilities

• Leads project forecast reviews and validates forecast against historical data and company reporting standards.
• Supports Operations with financial risk identification and opportunities.
• Manages performance through defined responsibilities, coaching and feedback during reviews.
• Responsible for client invoicing and application of contractual terms.
• Follows internal controls and serves as a point of contact for audits.
• Drives continuous improvement and positive change across the organization.
• Earns trust and ensures clear communication within the team.
• Displays strong customer service and collaborative attitude.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Sr Finance Analyst - Advanced Technology

Location:

Chicago, IL, US Itasca, IL, US

Requisition ID:181495

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department:Operational Finance

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Finance Analyst, you will support multiple projects in accounting and finance-related functions. You will serve as a trusted advisor to operations managers and executive management. This position requires strong analytical skills, a relentless ambition for continuous improvement, and polished technical and soft skills.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Industrial and Water Engineering Group has the ability and the responsibility to greatly influence the successful outcome of our projects. Our team is multi-faceted, with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Food & Beverage, Mineral Processing, Renewable Fuels, Pulp and Paper, Steel & Aluminum, Industrial Buildings, and Industrial Energy, Water and Utilities.

Location

This position is based out of our Itasca, IL office. Work schedule is onsite M - F.

Responsibilities

• Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows Company standards for cost and revenue reporting
• Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities
• Manages employee performance using the division of responsibilities, clearly communicates expectations and goals, and provides coaching and radically honest feedback during employee performance reviews
• Responsible for the client invoicing process and applying the contractual terms set forth in the preparation, review, and communicate to internal and/or external partners
• Follows and implements proper internal controls, and acts as main point of contact for any internal or external financial audits
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Displays first-rate customer service skills - willing to help with a positive attitude when/where needed, and be helped with gratitude

Qualifications

• 5-8 years business administration, accounting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax
• Experience in the Engineering, Consulting or Professional Services industry preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, and/or an equivalent degree
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high-quality results
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• High level of professionalism and standards

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation:$120,000/yr -$140,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.