Budget Analyst

Genpro Energy Solutions•Piedmont, SD

8d•$50,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Budget Analyst supports project financial planning, budget management, and cost control efforts across the organization's EPC solar projects. This role works closely with the Director of Project Controls and Financial Oversight, project managers, engineering teams, and procurement staff to monitor project budgets, track financial performance, and provide data-driven insights that support successful project delivery. The Budget Analyst plays an important role in ensuring project financial accuracy from contract award through project completion. This includes monitoring cost performance, performing variance analysis, supporting cash flow forecasting, and improving financial reporting processes. As the company continues to grow, this role will also assist in identifying opportunities to improve financial workflows, reporting tools, and operational efficiencies through better use of data and emerging technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred (Associate's degree with relevant experience may be considered).
3–5 years of accounting, financial analysis, or project finance experience.
Strong understanding of budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong financial analysis, data interpretation, and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional project teams and identify process improvements.
Applicants being considered for hire must pass a background check and drug test before beginning work.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in construction, EPC, energy infrastructure, or renewable energy industries preferred.
Experience working with project financial systems, accounting software, or ERP platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage solar EPC project budgets from contract initiation through final project completion.
Track project costs against approved budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure project expenses are accurately assigned to the correct cost codes and project accounts.
Assist in maintaining accurate financial tracking across project management and accounting systems, including Procore and ERP platforms.
Perform variance analysis comparing projected budgets with actual costs and identify drivers of cost fluctuations.
Prepare regular budget and financial performance reports for project managers, leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making related to project performance and profitability.
Assist in forecasting project labor costs, manpower utilization, and operational performance metrics.
Support leadership with financial analysis related to project profitability, revenue recognition, and cost trends.
Assist with project cash flow forecasting and financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
Create and maintain purchase orders and sales orders to support project cost tracking and revenue management.
Monitor project financial commitments including subcontractor costs, materials procurement, and internal labor allocation.
Identify and support improvements to budgeting workflows, financial tracking, and reporting tools to increase efficiency in project financial management.
Assist in implementing improved financial reporting systems and data management processes as the organization grows.