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.