Senior Project Analyst

Role Overview

• Analyze project, general, and administrative costs of assigned MEPPI divisions.
• Analyze business transactions generated by day-to-day general accounting for revenue recognition, cost recognition, project management/forecasting, accruals and reporting.
• Provide accounting guidance, analysis and direction regarding divisional strategy, initiatives, and operations to Division leadership.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between project-based Divisions and Accounting.
• Monitor, analyze and prepare financial reporting of monthly results and key performance indicators.
• Identify and report on variances and trends.
• Process financial transactions and journal entries supporting monthly financial closings.
• Provide support to A/R to ensure timely and complete project billing and cash collection.
• Conduct analysis and collaborate with other team members to identify risks and opportunities and mitigation strategies.
• Assist project managers with review, presentation, and communication of financial results.
• Monitor and report project financial performance and develop indexes/system to predict future performance.
• Audit project Revenue and Cost Forecasts (RCF).
• Identify and report on financial impacts of forecast revisions and changes.
• Assure compliance with GAAP and MEPPI policies and procedures related to project invoicing, foreign currency exchange, revenue and cost forecasting and recognition.
• Advise, counsel and train analysts and finance personnel on appropriate methods for capturing data related to business transactions and entering information into the business system.
• Provide financial data to support annual business planning.
• Conduct post-project reviews to compare bid versus final financial outcomes.
• Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Division through effective interaction with customers, vendors and internal departments.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in accounting or business with 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, or equivalent education and experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounting methods, principles and practices including project accounting, financial analysis and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills required to communicate with employees.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in a manner that can be understood by non-financial partners.
• Ability to work in a team environment and on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products and spreadsheet capabilities.

Benefits

• Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or (as defined by applicable law) medical condition or genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status.