Sr. Finance Analyst - Industrial

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Sr. Finance Analyst to lead a finance team supporting the Industrial & Water Engineering group in North America.

Based in Lenexa, KS, you will partner with project leadership to drive budgets, forecasts, EVAs, and profitability for large EPC initiatives. You will mentor staff, build strong interdepartmental relationships, and ensure financial controls across multiple projects while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, project finance, accounting, or public accounting.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence multiple levels of an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and commitment to continuous improvement.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and business acumen.
• Ability to freely access all areas of construction and industrial project sites.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and clearly communicate project financial performance and key business insights to operational and executive leadership.
• Build trust and strong partnerships with project teams while driving financial accountability and business results.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals to support both individual and organizational growth.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, earned value analyses, and profit projections.
• Assist with the tracking and financial analysis of project change orders and forecast updates.
• Support project managers in establishing and implementing project controls and financial procedures.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reporting, and decision-making processes.
• Utilize data, reporting tools, and financial metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
• Review project cash flows, contract terms, estimates, and change orders to proactively identify financial risks and opportunities.
• Partner with leadership to attract, develop, and retain top finance talent.
• Support multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering

Department:Operational Finance

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Sr. Finance Analyst supporting Kiewit's Industrial business, you'll lead a team of finance professionals while partnering directly with project and operational leadership to drive successful business outcomes. In this highly visible role, you'll provide strategic financial oversight for large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects while serving as a trusted advisor to operations managers and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with a passion for leadership, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams. This is an outstanding opportunity for finance professionals looking to expand their influence and play a key role in the delivery of some of North America's most innovative industrial and advanced technology projects.

District Overview

Kiewit's Industrial and Water Engineering Group (KIWE) plays a critical role in the successful delivery of complex engineering and construction projects across North America. Our team provides industry-leading EPC and design-build solutions in markets including Advanced Technology, Food & Beverage, Renewable Fuels, Industrial Buildings, Mineral Processing, Steel & Aluminum, Pulp & Paper, Water, Utilities, and Industrial Energy.

As part of our Operational Finance team, you'll work alongside technical experts, project leaders, and business executives to support project success while helping shape the future of critical infrastructure and manufacturing facilities.

Location

This position is based in Lenexa, Kansas, within the Kansas City metropolitan area. Work schedule is onsite Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and clearly communicate project financial performance and key business insights to operational and executive leadership.
• Build trust and strong partnerships with project teams while driving financial accountability and business results.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals to support both individual and organizational growth.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, earned value analyses, and profit projections.
• Assist with the tracking and financial analysis of project change orders and forecast updates.
• Support project managers in establishing and implementing project controls and financial procedures.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reporting, and decision-making processes.
• Utilize data, reporting tools, and financial metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
• Review project cash flows, contract terms, estimates, and change orders to proactively identify financial risks and opportunities.
• Partner with leadership to attract, develop, and retain top finance talent.
• Support multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, project finance, accounting, or public accounting.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or developing team members preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence multiple levels of an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and commitment to continuous improvement.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and business acumen.
• Ability to freely access all areas of construction and industrial project sites.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as business needs require.

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Other Requirements

• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

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.