Description
Construction Cost Analyst
Description:
1. Primary focus of this position is on preparing accurate financial transactions and system input for capital projects and/or facility operations.
2. Prepares routine and non-routine project data input to the project mgmt/accounting systems.
3. Under general supervision, reconciles and prepares project accounting information (opening, completion potential impairments etc.) with Regional Property Accounting.
4. Provides input for cash flow forecasts and prepares routine and non-routine analyses for forecast reports for NFS Management and Regional Planning departments.
5. Under general supervision, conducts performance monitoring and control functions for specific applications, including the consistent use of applicable procedures.
6. With oversight, updates assigned financial reporting, prepare trending information and identify areas that may impact regional financial results for review by Senior Financial Analysts and/or Finance Managers.
7. Prepares and/or assists in developing key management cost reports.
8. Performs data analysis of cost trends and schedule impacts for review by Senior Financial Analysts and/or Finance Managers.
9. Works with Property Accounting to ensure that project costs are provided in accordance with policies and procedures.
10. Under general supervision, tracks project completion status, follow up with appropriate persons including both internal and external business partners for required documentation for project costs capitalization.
11. Prepares accruals and journal entries for month end close on operating costs; researches unusual variances during month end close.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
13. Works on assignments of moderate scope.
14. Works within accepted guidelines.
15. Requires moderate planning and scheduling.
Top Daily Responsibilities:
Project invoice logging and review
Routing and tracking of invoices for signature
Submission of invoices to accounts payable for processing.
Requirements:
BA in Finance or Accounting
3+ years of direct and relevant experience
Advanced MS Excel
MS Access
Detail oriented and organized
Experience with SOX compliance and controls
Interpersonal Skills
Analysis Skills
Self Starter, ability to work independently