Project Analyst (Must reside near Glastonbury CT)

Benesch • Glastonbury, CT

1d • $65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Benesch is seeking a Project Analyst to support the financial and operational performance of project teams. The role partners with Division Managers, Group Managers, Project Managers, Accounting, and other internal teams to ensure projects are set up accurately, financially monitored, and managed in accordance with contractual and company requirements. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with financial data while serving as a resource to project and operational leaders.

The position supports project setup and accounting, financial monitoring and reporting, billing issue resolution, budgeting and forecasting, project documentation, and project accounting guidance. The role is based near Glastonbury, Connecticut; applicants must reside nearby.

Requirements

• 4–8 years of experience as a Project Analyst.
• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience in project accounting, project administration, finance, or a related business operations role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and recognize potential issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to effectively utilize and learn accounting, project management, scheduling, and other business software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across teams.
• Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proactive approach to learning, problem-solving, and taking on increased responsibility.
• Must reside near Glastonbury, Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to establish new projects, prepare Project Information Forms (PIFs), and ensure project setup aligns with contractual terms, budgets, billing requirements, and revenue recognition guidelines.
• Monitor project financial performance, including revenue, billing, accounts receivable, work in progress (WIP), projections, and budgets; identify potential issues and partner with project leadership on appropriate actions.
• Review monthly project and financial reports, analyze project data and trends, and provide Division Managers, Group Managers, and Project Managers with insights into project performance.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Accounting, and clients to resolve billing and project accounting issues and maintain accurate financial information.
• Support annual financial and capital spending budgets, ongoing forecasting, and financial information needed for proposals and contracts.
• Review and support processing of purchase requests, invoices, expense reports, check requests, timesheets, and other project-related financial documentation.
• Help maintain accurate and complete project records, including contracts, scopes of work, budgets, quality documentation, and other required project materials.
• Serve as a project accounting resource to Project Managers by providing guidance, training, financial data, and support with project accounting tools and processes.
• Collaborate across Operations, Accounting, and other departments to support efficient project administration and overall business performance.

Benefits

• Up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees.
• Flexible work schedules that support professional and personal life.
• Generous paid time off for benefit-eligible employees.
• Parental leave for benefit-eligible employees.
• Professional development, leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities to take on new challenges and greater responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree