Project Financial Analyst - Eastern Canada

Requisition ID: 168326

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District

Department: Operational Finance

Market: Corporate Home Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Project Finance Analyst is the point person for all accounting and finance needs at a project level. Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with the Project FA acting as the CFO of their project, typically up to $500M 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 cost, data reporting/analysis for management, budgeting/forecasting and revenue recognition. The Project Finance Analyst is also responsible for training, development, and management of all project business staff.

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. They serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.

Location

We are looking to add to our team in the following areas:

• Oakville / Toronto

Responsibilities

• Follows and implements proper internal controls, and acts as main point of contact for any internal or external financial audits
• Shows eagerness to learn the details of the field operations to better understand and communicate financial reports and data
• Earns trust, credibility, and buy in of processes from Operations team to create better cohesion and clear communication within the organization
• Reviews and understands prime contract and change orders, including insurance, taxes, payment terms, and labor laws
• Prepares client invoicing, manages accounts receivable and revenue, and reviews project cash flow projection on a monthly basis
• Drives continuous improvement throughout the organization and is a proponent for positive change
• Displays first-rate customer service skills - willing to help with a positive attitude when/where needed, and be helped with gratitude
• 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
• Leads project forecast reviews, utilizes historical and trending data to validate forecast, and follows Company standards for cost and revenue reporting

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality results
• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions
• High level of professionalism and standards
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Basic working knowledge of accounting, including: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax
• Travel and/or relocation may be required for this position (up to 50%)
• 0 - 5 years of financial/data analysis experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or an equivalent degree
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Excel

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• 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. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.