Finance Analyst - Foundations

Position Overview

The Finance 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 Finance 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. 

District Overview

The Kiewit Foundations Co. self performs complex geotechnical projects across North America. We deliver creative, cost-efficient solutions that are responsive to each project’s specific site conditions. We utilize value engineering and constructability reviews, and our depth of expertise to offer constructible solutions that optimize budget and schedule. We perform these operations with our fleet of specialty equipment and the management resources of one of the top builders in the country.

We are looking for hands-on, engineers excited to be both in the field and office supporting project and estimating work. We are looking for people pursuing one of the following college majors:  Civil, Mining, Mechanical, & Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management related degrees. These Entry Level Engineers will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide range of underground and foundations projects that range in size, difficulty, and duration.  Entry Level Engineers will be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in a career, which involves quantity takeoffs, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close-out.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America – and maybe even beyond. Kiewit Foundations conducts its operations primarily through Kiewit Infrastructure Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, we construct both deep underground and foundation projects across the U.S. and Canada related to transportation, water/wastewater, power, mining, and telecommunications to name a few. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

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

•    Ability to travel and relocate as needed
•    0-2 years' financial/data analysis experience
•    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent degree
•    Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
•    Previous internship experience is preferred
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
•    Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred 
•    Effective oral and written communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
•    Strong 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 well independently, as well as part of a team. 
•    Must have a valid Driver’s License

Other common names for this role:  Business Manager, Business Analyst, Financial Analyst