Financial Analyst

Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Analyst to support project management and budget control activities. This role is essential in maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency across projects through effective use of Maximo and SAP systems. The ideal candidate will partner with cross-functional teams to monitor budgets, track expenditures, and provide actionable insights to support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Financial Support:

• Assist project managers in developing and maintaining project budgets.
• Monitor project costs and ensure alignment with financial forecasts.
• Track and report project financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.

Budget Management:

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Reconcile actual expenditures with budgeted amounts and investigate discrepancies.

System Utilization:

• Utilize Maximo to manage work orders, asset costs, and budget allocations.
• Use SAP for financial reporting, cost tracking, and procurement activities.
• Maintain data integrity and consistency across both systems.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for management and stakeholders.
• Analyze trends, risks, and opportunities to enhance financial performance.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives.

Compliance & Process Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in a project-based environment.
• Proficiency in Maximo and SAP required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with data visualization tools is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in engineering, construction, or manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $39.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Detroit, MI 48226