Project Analyst; reside

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-

Benesch is seeking a Project Analyst to support the financial and operational performance of our project teams. This role partners closely with Division Managers, Group Managers, Project Managers, Accounting, and other internal teams to ensure projects are set up accurately, financially monitored, and managed in accordance with contractual and company requirements.

The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with financial data while serving as a trusted resource to project and operational leaders.

• Partner with Project Managers to establish new projects, prepare Project Information Forms (PIFs), and ensure project setup aligns with contractual terms, budgets, billing requirements, and revenue recognition guidelines.
• Monitor project financial performance, including revenue, billing, accounts receivable, work in progress (WIP), projections, and budgets, identifying potential issues and partnering with project leadership on appropriate actions.
• Review monthly project and financial reports, analyze project data and trends, and provide Division Managers, Group Managers, and Project Managers with clear insights into project performance.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Accounting, and clients to resolve billing and project accounting issues and maintain accurate financial information.
• Support annual financial and capital spending budgets, ongoing forecasting, and financial information needed for proposals and contracts.
• Review and support the processing of purchase requests, invoices, expense reports, check requests, timesheets, and other project-related financial documentation as required.
• Help maintain accurate and complete project records, including contracts, scopes of work, budgets, quality documentation, and other required project materials.
• Serve as a project accounting resource to Project Managers by providing guidance, training, financial data, and support with project accounting tools and processes.
• Collaborate across Operations, Accounting, and other departments to support efficient project administration and overall business performance.

• 4-8 years of experience as a Project Analyst
• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience in project accounting, project administration, finance, or a related business operations role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and recognize potential issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to effectively utilize and learn accounting, project management, scheduling, and other business software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong…