Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support project and regional finance activities in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will focus on analyzing costs, building forecasts, preparing financial reports, and providing insight into business performance. The role is well suited for someone who can turn complex data into clear recommendations that help operational teams make informed decisions.

Responsibilities:
• Evaluate project and operational financial data to identify cost patterns, performance issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare budgets, rolling forecasts, and financial outlooks that support planning across regional or project-based activities.
• Develop reporting packages and dashboard summaries that communicate financial results to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Perform variance reviews by comparing actual results against budgets and forecasts, then explain major drivers behind differences.
• Build and refine financial models to support pricing decisions, cash flow expectations, and overall project performance analysis.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis in response to business questions, leadership requests, and changing operational priorities.
• Use advanced Excel capabilities and data analysis techniques to organize large data sets and produce actionable insights.
• Support finance-related process execution tied to internal tools or reporting workflows when needed.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis within a project-based, construction, or operational business environment.
• Strong ability to create financial models, interpret trends, and translate findings into practical business recommendations.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions used for reporting, modeling, and data evaluation.
• Ability to perform ad hoc analysis and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of data mining techniques and comfort working with large or complex financial data sets.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and operations teams.

Compensation

$27.00-$30.00 Hourly

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