Sr Finance Analyst - Operational Finance

Kiewit • Chicago, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The role will manage all accounting and finance needs at a project level. Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with this person acting as the CFO of their project, typically up to $200M in size. This position interfaces directly with project and district-level management, providing trusted insight into the financial health of a project. The primary focuses of this position include: evaluating construction job costs, data reporting/analysis for management, budgeting/forecasting, and revenue recognition. This person is also responsible for the training, development, and management of all project business staff.

Requirements

• 5-8 years business administration, accounting, general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high-quality results
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• High level of professionalism and standards
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Engineering, Consulting or Professional Services industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows Company standards for cost and revenue reporting
• Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities
• Manages employee performance using the division of responsibilities, clearly communicates expectations and goals, and provides coaching and radically honest feedback during employee performance reviews
• Responsible for the client invoicing process and applying the contractual terms set forth in the preparation, review, and communicate to internal and/or external partners
• Follows and implements proper internal controls, and acts as main point of contact for any internal or external financial audits
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Displays first-rate customer service skills - willing to help with a positive attitude when/where needed, and be helped with gratitude

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

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