Project Financial Analyst

The Project Financial Analyst serves as a financial partner at the project level, representing the FP&A function and connecting project stakeholders across the PMO, Software, and Accounting. The role supports budgeting, spend monitoring, billing reconciliation, and project performance forecasting for major initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain timely, accurate project financial data flow into company systems and reporting.
• Advise the PMO on the appropriate structure and classification of projects and project documentation within the ERP system.
• Own Project Progress Projections (PPPs), ensuring cost projection information is communicated from Project Managers into company-wide forecasts.
• Coordinate with Accounting and the PMO to identify and resolve project finance-related issues.
• Evaluate project risk and analyze program variances against budget.
• Support forecasting activities, including project budget development and forecasting data management.
• Maintain up-to-date visibility into the financial status, major concerns, and overall progress of major projects, and communicate these insights clearly to management.
• Attend PMO meetings and interact regularly with Project Managers and management regarding project financial matters.
• Perform project closeout reviews to analyze project performance and confirm data accuracy.
• Monitor project milestones and Accounts Receivable to verify timely and accurate invoicing.
• Track and assess project spend versus budget, including ROI and debt-to-income ratio analysis.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (or a related field) preferred.
• Experience with Percent of Completion accounting, commonly used in construction, engineering consulting, or other project-based environments.
• Thorough understanding of project management best practices.
• Ability to work effectively across all organizational levels and translate financial information for non-financial personnel.
• Efficient learner with the ability to pick up new software and systems quickly, along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills and excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.

Technology Environment

• ERP system

Location and Work Setting

Belton, MO (onsite)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Concierge Service
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Milk Stork Program
• Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
• Training & Development