Finance Analyst 1 - Southeast District
The Finance Analyst 1 at Confidential Client is an entry-level role responsible for supporting financial and accounting functions on large-scale construction projects. The position involves cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance tasks, contributing to accurate financial reporting and project business management. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with operations teams to ensure effective financial oversight within the Southeast District.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting and financial management for large construction and infrastructure projects. This role focuses on cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, billing, forecasting, month-end close processes, and preparing financial reports for project teams. You will gain experience across labor, equipment, materials, subcontract components and learn tools and processes used to run projects like small businesses.
District Overview
Confidential Client’s Southeast District (headquartered in Peachtree City, GA) delivers heavy civil, water/wastewater, and infrastructure solutions across North America with expertise in bridges, marine structures, and treatment plants. Teams relocate to where projects require them, offering variety and career development tied to project needs.
Location & Assignment
- Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date based on project needs.
- Authoritative job location: Fayetteville, GA, US.
- Ability and willingness to travel and relocate initially and throughout your career is required.
Responsibilities
- Support project financial operations including cost control, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and billing.
- Assist with month-end close activities and prepare financial reporting packages for project management.
- Review and validate costs, quantity claiming, budget structure, and exception reports; make corrections as needed.
- Identify and adjust forecast and budget issues to ensure proper recognition of cost and revenue.
- Support purchasing workflow and internal controls related to procurement and invoice processing.
- Understand and help maintain intercompany and client billing processes and accurate documentation for timely cash management.
- Troubleshoot payment or vendor issues in accounts payable workflow.
- Build strong relationships with operations teams and provide responsive customer service.
- Maintain organized work practices, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly.
- Follow corporate compliance, EEO and labor law requirements at the project level.
Qualifications
- 0–2 years of financial or data analysis related experience (entry-level).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above (as listed by client).
- Previous internship experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs and core functions preferred), Word and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize discrepancies.
- Effective oral and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must be able to safely access all parts of a construction site in a variety of climates and environments.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base compensation range (as listed by client): $72,800 – $74,880 per year. Actual pay may vary based on education, experience, skillset, and assignment location.
- Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and paid time off.
Additional Requirements & Compliance
- Regular, reliable attendance and ability to meet deadlines.
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required by project schedules.
- Follow all safety and site protocols; perform work safely and effectively.
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodation in the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please indicate this when contacted by Careertakes.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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