Finance Analyst - MEC Transportation (Entry-Level)

Location: Santa Teresa, NM, US

Finance Analyst - MEC Transportation (Entry-Level)

Location

Grapevine, TX, US

Santa Teresa, NM, US

Seattle, WA, US

Washington, DC, US

El Paso, TX, US

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Requisition ID: 182754

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: MEC Transportation District

Department: Operational Finance

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you interested in helping be responsible for the business management of projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion? How about taking part in key forecasting and accounting practices? If this is something that interests you, Kiewit is looking for individuals who can make a profound impact on our company culture every day!

The Financial Analyst is an entry level role focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance related functions.  Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with the Financial Analyst concentrated on critical tasks such as cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance.  This position will become skilled executing processes and utilizing tools related to different types of cost and revenue components such as labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts.  The Business Specialist will be an integral part of the month end close out process, and assist with preparing a financial reporting package for project management.

At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is huge. Our construction and engineering projects span across the United States, Canada and Mexico, improving and connecting communities with every initiative.  We depend on our high-performing operations support professionals — they’re the glue that holds multiple areas of the business together and the catalysts that make things happen. We hire only the most driven people and we offer them diverse career opportunities, strong leadership and mentorship, rewarding, collaborative work, and responsibility they won’t find just anywhere. We’re always pushing new limits. You can too. #LI-VB1

This position will be based out of one of our regional offices and/or on one of our project sites. The Mass Electric Transportation regional offices are located in Washington D.C., Seattle, WA, Dallas, TX, and Phoenix, AZ. Our projects will be located in the regional office area, including neighboring states, and projects may be built in large cities, small towns, or very remote locations, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Finance Analyst may do rotations between the field and office work. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires.

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

0 - 2 years of financial/data analysis experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree

Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above

Ability to relocate anywhere in the country

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Travel and/or relocation may be required for this position (up to 50%)

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

Must have a valid Driver’s License

Previous internship experience is preferred

Other Requirements

• 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 deadlin