Requisition ID: 179197
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Southwest District
Department: Operational Finance
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Are you interested in helping be responsible for the business management of projects ranging from $1 million to $4 billion? How about taking part in key forecasting and accounting practices? If this is something that interests you, Kiewit is looking for individuals who can make a profound impact on our company culture every day!
The Business Specialist is an entry level role focused on supporting a project in accounting and finance related functions. Each project at Kiewit is run like a small business, with the Business Specialist concentrated on critical tasks such as cost control, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, human capital management, and compliance. This position will become skilled executing processes and utilizing tools related to different @types of cost and revenue components such as labor, construction equipment, materials, and subcontracts. The Business Specialist will be an integral part of the month end close out process, and assist with preparing a financial reporting package for project management.
At Kiewit, the scale of our operations is huge. Our construction and engineering projects span across the United States, Canada and Mexico, improving and connecting communities with every initiative. We depend on our high-performing operations support professionals - they're the glue that holds multiple areas of the business together and the catalysts that make things happen. We hire only the most driven people and we offer them diverse career opportunities, strong leadership and mentorship, rewarding, collaborative work, and responsibility they won't find just anywhere. We're always pushing new limits. You can too.
District Overview
Kiewit Southwest District specializes in heavy civil, transportation and water projects. We operate primarily in Arizona, Idaho, Nevada and Utah. Southwest's projects include a wide range of infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, runways, terminals, transit systems, power plants, water treatment facilities, dams, canals, wastewater treatment plants and tunnels.
Location
One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
Recognizes the importance of being a team player by adapting to project needs and helping in other areas as needed
Fosters relationships with the Operations team and shows a willingness to learn about the work
Understands the payroll and HR process workflow, and masters the systems used to properly hire, transfer, terminate, and pay all employees
Comprehends how goods are purchased, invoices are received and paid, and maintains purchasing workflow internal controls
Demonstrates understanding of the accounts payable process workflow and is able troubleshoot payment or vendor issues
Understands intercompany and client billing process workflow, importance of timely and accurate billing documentation, and the effects of timeliness on cash management
Ensures that all cost and cost adjustments are reviewed for accuracy to meet company standards and accounting rules
Reviews costs, quantity claiming, budget structure and exception reports and makes appropriate corrections to ensure accurate reporting for management
Identifies, adjusts, and reviews forecast and budget issues with the cost report to confirm proper recognition of cost and revenue
Displays first-rate customer service skills - maintains a positive attitude and always willing to offer a helping hand to other team members
Maintains highly organized work environment, understands importance of time management, and communicates in a clear, concise and effective manner
Follows the Corporate Compliance Program and works in conjunction with the compliance department to implement all EEO and labor laws at the project level
Qualifications
Ability to relocate anywhere in the country
Ability to travel up to 25%
0-2 years' financial/data analysis experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business Management, or equivalent degree
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or above
Previous internship experience is preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Experience working with Pivot Tables, V-Look Ups, and other key excel functions is preferred
Effective oral and written communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and passionate for continuous improvement
Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments
Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
Must have a valid Driver's License
Other Requirements:
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Base Compensation: $66,000/yr - $77,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Company: Kiewit
