PROJECT FINANCIAL ANALYST

Starr Electric Company, Inc.•Greensboro, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Starr Electric, a company with a long-standing commitment to excellence since 1928, is seeking a Project Financial Analyst. This role is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity of our projects, ensuring accurate cost accounting, contract administration, and supporting various financial processes. The Project Financial Analyst will work closely with project managers and operations teams to provide essential financial support and maintain organized project documentation. At Starr Electric, we are dedicated to exceeding expectations and fostering career growth for our employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
5+ years of accounting experience, with construction industry experience preferred
Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and project-based financial environments
Experience supporting WIP reporting and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
Familiarity with AIA billing and construction contract documentation
Experience with construction ERP systems (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, Foundation, etc.)
Advanced Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively with project managers and operations teams

Responsibilities

Maintain prime contract and subcontract documentation.
Track and log change orders and ensure proper system updates.
Support AIA billing documentation and compliance requirements.
Monitor lien waivers, insurance certificates, and bond documentation.
Assist in the administration of OCIP and CCIP programs.
Ensure contract terms are accurately reflected in accounting systems.
Maintain organized project documentation to support audits and internal reporting.
Maintain job cost structures and ensure accurate cost coding.
Review and monitor project costs for accuracy and completeness.
Assist in preparing monthly WIP schedules and support revenue recognition calculations.
Track retainage receivable and payable balances.
Prepare project-related journal entries and account reconciliations.
Support month-end and year-end close processes.
Assist with margin analysis and cost-to-complete updates in coordination with Project Managers.
Provide backup support for progress billing and AIA billing.
Assist with collections follow-up and AR aging review as needed.
Support cash application and related reconciliations.
Provide backup AP processing during staff absences or peak periods.