Project Financial Analyst

Project Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting at RAE Security with a focus on project reporting and inventory analytics.  This person will provide Management with analysis and recommendations for increasing productivity, reducing costs and automated processes.

Core Values:
Be Respectful, Be Accountable, Be Exceptional

We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Great benefits package
• Excellent growth opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support in connection with projects.  Work closely with the sales and project management teams on project costing and performance, identifying areas of concern and making recommendations for improvements. 
• Analyze Inventory data and produce reports, including key metrics on usage, turns, etc.
• Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally 
• Assists with the development of contract abstracts
• Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables
• Manage the project financial closeout process
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and thoroughly understands and explains variances and balances
• Compile comparative analysis as directed by Management

Skills:

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Netsuite experience including report writing and query writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Knowledge of the overall project execution process including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability
• Ability to communicate effectively, listens to understand, and can clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
• Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives for solution 
• Ability to identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions

Education:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in the field of Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
5+ year of related experience.