Weeks Marine Construction - Financial Analyst

Weeks Marine - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The Financial Analyst position at Weeks Marine is an entry-level role designed for recent graduates in business, finance, or accounting. The role focuses on supporting project accounting and finance functions, including cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance. The Financial Analyst will play a crucial role in the month-end closeout process and assist in preparing financial reporting packages for project management, contributing to the overall success of the projects.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed
• Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work
• Understands the payroll and HR process workflow, and masters the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees
• Comprehends how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintains purchasing workflow internal controls
• Demonstrates understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and is able to troubleshoot payment or vendor issues
• Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management
• Ensures that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules
• Reviews costs, quantity claiming, budget structure and exception reports and makes appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management
• Identifies, adjusts, and reviews forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue

Requirements

• 0 - 2 years of financial/data analysis experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, and/or equivalent degree
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
• Ability to relocate anywhere in the country
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Effective communication (both oral and written), organization and interpersonal skills
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passionate for continuous improvement
• Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions
• Previous internship experience is preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plans with matching
• Generous paid time off