Robert Half is Hiring a Project Financial Analyst/Accountant Near Tysons Corner, VA
DescriptionLarge and rapidly growing construction and engineering firm is seeking a Project Accountant/Financial Analyst to join their team. This is a newly created position for an organization that has a strong history of promoting from within and providing a terrific culture, professional growth and competitive compensation packages resulting in long tenure within the team. The Project Accountant/Financial Analyst will initially work on two data center projects in Leesburg and Aldie, VA and report to the Project Finance Manager while collaborating with others. Core Responsibilities IncludeProject Cost Control
Collaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects.
Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances.
Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration.
Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis.
Project Procurement Planning
Lead procurement planning effort for the project. Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included.
Help project team procure the job according to plan.
Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan.
Work Breakdown Structure
Assist project management team in establishing Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) at the time of award.
Assist with maintenance of WBS responsibilities at the project level.
Ensure WBS is maintained throughout the project duration.
Project Controls
Assist project team with monthly financial forms including providing cost analysis with explanation for variances, ensure acceptable justification for variances and help in preparation of monthly financials for review.
Please apply directly to this posting or contact Lee Chernett, VP at Robert Half Finance & Accounting, via LinkedIn or by calling 571.297.9074 with questions. Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting related area of study.
2 years Project Accounting or Project Finance within a Construction, Engineering, Government Contracting or similar industry.
Excel proficiency to include pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
Strong aptitude with history of showing ability to learn and apply new concepts.