Financial Analyst - Projects (Temporary)

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Provide daily financial support to the project including monthly project cost reporting and analysis, month-end close requirements, cash flow tracking/forecasting, vendor payment management, ad-hoc analysis, and general financial support, within tight deadlines.

Requirements

Proficiency in Excel (XLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot Tables, etc.), PowerPoint, analyzing data, strong communication (both written and verbal), ability to work independently or as a team in a rapidly changing environment.
3+ years' experience in finance or accounting role; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor's degree: Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.

Nice To Haves

SAP, prior construction finance and/or project finance experience, experience leading monthly team meetings, managing direct report(s), and cash flow forecasting.

Responsibilities

Complete monthly project cost reporting and distribute to management.
Work with project managers to update project cost expectations and communicate all project activity via monthly report/presentation.
Be the "go-to" person for financial information.
Month-end close requirements, including prepare monthly project status and accrual reports, prepare and post applicable charge-outs and earned value journal entries in SAP.
Meet with stakeholders to project out cash flow on a routine basis (monthly, quarterly, annually, project life).
Prepare detailed cause of change and provide projection to actual variance analysis.
Maintain PMWeb (project tracking system) to be consistent with SAP (general ledger) and earned value assumptions.
Review, audit, and approve contract drafts, purchase requisitions, and invoices/payment applications related to project.
Research vendor payment issues and make recommendations for resolution.
Assist in the vendor bid and award process including cost comparison and bid review meetings.
Improve reporting processes using automation whenever possible.
Perform other Ad-Hoc projects as assigned.
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.