Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Project Finance Analyst to support major long-term construction initiatives for our client based in Frederick, MD. This role partners closely with project leadership to guide budgeting, forecasting, cost monitoring, and financial reporting across complex, high-value projects. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a solid accounting foundation, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with project leaders to develop detailed budgets, staffing projections, and financial plans for large-scale, multi-year construction work.
• Track indirect spending against approved budgets through regular budget-versus-actual reviews, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain project cash flow projections, review forecast accuracy each month, and support adjustments that help preserve positive cash performance.
• Produce accurate monthly cost-plus invoices for complex, high-value projects and ensure submissions are completed on schedule.
• Drive procurement planning by coordinating with project teams to outline purchasing needs, timing, compliance considerations, and logistical requirements.
• Evaluate purchasing activity against the approved procurement roadmap, identify gaps, and confirm that any plan changes are supported by sound business rationale.
• Support the creation and ongoing upkeep of the project work breakdown structure to maintain clear financial accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist in compiling monthly project control reports, perform cost analysis, and work with the project team to document and explain financial shifts such as gains or losses.
• Work on-site on a permanent basis at the project location and provide day-to-day financial support to project operations and management reviews.