Finance Analyst - South Central District (Entry Level)
The Finance Analyst at Confidential Client is an entry-level role responsible for supporting financial and accounting functions on large-scale construction projects. Key responsibilities include cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, forecasting, and preparing financial reports to assist project management. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate closely with operations teams in a dynamic construction environment.
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Overview
Confidential Client is recruiting an entry-level Finance Analyst to support project accounting and financial management across the South Central District. This full-time role is based in Fort Worth, TX and focuses on cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, forecasting, month-end close activities, and financial reporting for construction and infrastructure projects.
- Employment type: Full Time
- Estimated pay: $51,636 per year (estimated)
- Location: Fort Worth, TX (assignment location may vary within the South Central District: TX, OK, AR, MS, LA)
- Industry: Accounting & Finance
What You’ll Do
You will help run projects like small businesses—supporting budgeting, cost recognition, billing, and financial controls. Typical responsibilities include:
- Support project day-to-day accounting: cost control, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and purchasing workflow.
- Assist with month-end close and prepare financial reporting packages for project management.
- Review costs, quantity claiming, budget structure and exception reports; make corrections as needed.
- Help identify and adjust forecast and budget issues to ensure proper recognition of cost and revenue.
- Maintain purchasing and accounts payable internal controls; help troubleshoot vendor/payment issues.
- Support intercompany and client billing processes and ensure timely, accurate billing documentation.
- Partner with operations teams; provide first-rate customer service and strong cross-functional communication.
- Follow corporate compliance programs and assist with EEO and labor law implementation at the project level.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- 0–2 years of financial or data analysis experience (internships count).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent.
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook; experience with PivotTables and VLOOKUP preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot discrepancies.
- Effective oral and written communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Able to access all parts of a construction site and perform work in varying climates and conditions.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed based on project assignments.
Other common job titles for this role: Business Manager, Business Analyst, Financial Analyst.
What We Offer
Confidential Client provides competitive full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans with matching, life and disability coverage, employee assistance and wellness programs, and generous paid time off. You’ll receive mentorship, leadership development opportunities, and exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects.
Location & Mobility
This role is posted for Fort Worth, TX. Project assignments are driven by work location and business needs across the South Central District; candidates should be open to relocation or travel when projects require it. Exact job assignment location will be determined before start date.
Key Skills / Keywords
- Finance Analyst Fort Worth, TX
- Entry level financial analyst Fort Worth
- Project accounting
- Cost control & forecasting
- Accounts payable & receivable
- Construction finance
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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