Sr Finance Analyst - Transportation / Infrastructure (Costa Mesa, CA, US)

Position Overview

The Sr Financial Analyst will be focused on supporting a project in the areas of, business operations, accounting, finance, regulatory compliance, and other related reporting functions. This person will be skilled in executing processes and utilizing reporting software to create visual presentations from various types of data for operation leadership, leveraging strong Excel skills to organize, dissect, and analyze raw datasets. This position will collaborate with project and district level management, providing trusted insight into the reporting and health of a project. The primary focuses of this position include evaluating construction job costs, data reporting/analysis, budgeting/forecasting, revenue recognition, and report generation for operations management leaders.

Additionally, proficiency with AI tools and functions is a plus. These tools can enhance data analysis and reporting capabilities, such as using predictive analytics for budgeting and revenue forecasting, machine learning algorithms to identify trends and anomalies in construction job costs, and natural language processing to automate the generation of insightful reports for executive management leaders.

District Overview

Kiewit’s Southern California District is one of Kiewit’s leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil projects that include earth moving, water/wastewater, transportation, roadways, and power projects. 

Location

Kiewit’s Southern California District is based out of the Santa Fe Springs, CA office (soon relocating to Costa Mesa, CA) and supports projects throughout the Southern California region, building out project/construction schedules for all types of infrastructure work across the region.

Our culture is built on opportunity. We go where the work is—giving you access to exciting projects nationwide and endless chances to grow your career.

When you join us, you’ll work on projects across the U.S. with relocation assistance. Plus, we offer personalized development plans to help you reach your goals and maximize your potential.

This initial location for this role is in our Santa Fe Springs office. This position is 100% on site.

Responsibilities

•    Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed
•    Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work
•    Understands the payroll and HR process workflow, and masters the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees
•    Comprehends how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintains purchasing workflow internal controls 
•    Demonstrates understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and is able troubleshoot payment or vendor issues
•    Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management
•    Ensures that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules
•    Reviews costs, quantity claiming, budget structure and exception reports and makes appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management
•    Identifies, adjusts, and reviews forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue
•    Displays first-rate customer service skills – maintains a positive attitude and always willing to offer a helping hand to other team members
•    Maintains highly organized work environment, understands importance of time management, and communicates in a clear, concise and effective manner
•    Follows the Corporate Compliance Program and works in conjunction with the compliance department to implement all EEO and labor laws at the project level

Qualifications

•    6+  years of financial/data analysis experience, with 2+ years of experience managing a team
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree
•    Must have direct construction experience and understanding of various contract models
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
•    Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred
•    Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills.
•    Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
•    Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passionate for continuous improvement
•    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. 
•    Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future

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