Project Financial Controls Coordinator

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

3d • $28 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Project Financial Controls Coordinator, you will support project financial management and cost control activities by assisting project teams with Project Financial Management (PFM) systems, financial reporting, and administrative processes while contributing to the ongoing improvement of financial controls and tools. Join a team that’s passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. At Mortenson, we’re grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter. We’re looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you’re proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree by summer 2027
• Are willing to be mobile / relocate frequently, for project assignments, based on needs of the business
• Possess a current driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Have previous related internship experience
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Support project financial management and cost control activities.
• Assist with maintaining accurate project financial information within Project Financial Management (PFM) systems.
• Support project teams in monitoring budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Assist with the administration of project financial controls and cost management processes.
• Help prepare and distribute project financial reports and performance metrics.
• Ensure financial data is maintained in accordance with Mortenson policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provide support for Project Financial Management (PFM) systems and users.
• Provide day-to-day support to project teams utilizing PFM systems and tools.
• Assist users with questions related to system functionality, processes, and best practices.
• Maintain communication regarding system updates, enhancements, and available resources.
• Support user adoption and consistent utilization of project financial management tools.
• Escalate system or process issues to appropriate stakeholders as needed.
• Support financial systems testing and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in testing system updates and enhancements to verify functionality and accuracy.
• Document testing results, system issues, and enhancement requests.
• Assist with recreating and documenting system errors to support issue resolution efforts.
• Support implementation activities associated with financial system improvements.
• Help identify opportunities to improve financial processes and system effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support operational excellence.
• Partner with operations, finance, accounting, and technology teams to support financial management initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining process documentation, training materials, and user resources.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance project financial controls, reporting, and operational consistency.
• Support ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of project financial management practices.
• Effectively build relationships and work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and across all organizational levels.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level