What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Analyst, Finance + Accounting position at ms consultants, inc.?
Project Analyst, Finance & Accounting
ms consultants, inc.
Columbus, OH
ms is seeking an experienced Project Analyst to join our Finance & Accounting team to assist our Project Managers with the financial element of project budget and contract compliance. Responsibilities would include setting up, planning, billing, collecting and analyzing financial performance of customer projects for the assigned Project Manager’s portfolio.
Our company recently adopted a hybrid/remote work model which gives our employee’s the opportunity to have more work/life balance. This position is open in any of our ms offices or even remotely from anywhere in the United States.
What You’ll Do:
The Project Analyst will utilize existing client systems to support current and future work with respect to budgeting, financial forecasting, actual cost tracking, variance analysis, and contingency tracking. The Project Analyst will also prepare comprehensive reports to support the project manager as required.
Contract Setup
- Act as Project Administrator to include initial project set-up, on-going maintenance, project planning, execution and closeout.
- Assist in preparing the initial project schedule including the WBS structure for projects based on the scope of work, the contract overhead and profit, and billing requirements in the project setup.
Project Finance
- Support Project Managers in the generation of client and internal status reports that effectively communicate costs, schedule status, and trends.
- Work in close coordination with Microsoft Dynamics Planning module to ensure current budgets, expenditures, accurate percent completes & estimates to complete (ETC) values are maintained in the project database.
- Assist PMs with project financial tracking and cost controls in Microsoft Dynamics financial management and forecasting tools.
- Assist the Project Manager in preparing project recovery plans for projects that are not within the 2% profit goal.
Project Billing
- Prepare a draft billing package each billing period for review by the PM. This includes gathering supporting documents, such as the client required monthly progress reports and MBE/WBE status reports.
- Work with PM on modifications to draft billing package, resulting in final billing package, and all related documents to submit to clients.
- Monitor A/R for projects and notify the project manager of the outstanding invoices.
What You’ll Bring:
We are looking for someone who is an effective problem-solver with strong verbal and written communication skills that is flexible to help where needed. They will have the ability to analyze, interpret, and present financial data to project staff and clients. The individual must be pro-active, anticipating needs, and working ahead to track and consult on project costs.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field or equivalent years of experience.
- Proven experience with project coordination, project delivery, or contract administration or related experience
Preferred Requirements:
- Understanding of fundamental project control and management methodologies using Microsoft Dynamics and/or Deltek Vision, IT systems, MS Excel, MS Word, and other administrative tools.
- Understanding of financial analysis, including billing and revenue, costs and expenses, profitability, accounts receivable, and forecasting.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform administrative tasks in addition to financial management and project management tasks.
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.
As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.
We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select position, depending on the role and work requirement.
Our Mission:
By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.
Our Values:
We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work
The ms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.
ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
