Project Financial Analyst

Department: AccountingLocation: Orlando, FL Description DRMP is seeking a Project Financial Analyst (PFA) to partner directly with Project Managers (PMs) and project teams. The partnership between PFAs and PMs is critical to DRMP’s financial success, and this role contributes directly to successful project delivery. Combining disciplined project accounting with forward-looking financial analysis, the PFA will improve project setup, forecast accuracy, revenue recognition, billing readiness, collections, and margin. This role will help PMs understand key financial drivers, identify risks early, and turn financial information into practical action throughout the project lifecycle. What you will lead: To be successful, you will need to perform the following responsibilities:Partner with PMs to develop and maintain supported Estimates to Complete (ETC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts based on remaining scope, staffing, labor mix, commitments, schedule, and delivery risks. PMs remain accountable for remaining scope estimates and timely forecasts; the analyst validates assumptions, challenges inconsistencies, and flags stale or unsupported forecastsFacilitate recurring project financial reviews and analyze budget burn, percent complete, margin trends, unbilled balances, receivables, backlog, and forecast variancesProvide validated project information to FP&A and business-unit leadership while supporting consistent processes, dashboards, and PM financial trainingTranslate project financial reports into clear insights and actions, prepare prioritized financial review materials for Business Unit and operational leaders, and track agreed follow-up through resolution or escalationManage monthly revenue-recognition inputs and review project labor, expenses, subconsultant costs, commitments, and transfers for accuracy and complianceCoordinate with PMs and Project Billers to address invoice readiness, unbilled items, collection risks, funding constraints, and potential write-offsIdentify and quantify staffing, labor-mix, utilization, and schedule risks affecting forecast project performanceSet up and maintain projects in Deltek Vantagepoint, including contract structure, phases, budgets, billing terms, revenue methods, and required financial attributesReview contracts, amendments, additional services, and extra work authorizations for financial terms, limits, milestones, and project risks What you bring: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field; equivalent project-finance experience may be considered3 or more years of experience in project accounting, project controls, project financial management, operational finance, or professional services accountingWorking knowledge of WIP, ETC/EAC forecasting, revenue recognition, project billing, accounts receivable, project margin, and contract administrationProficiency with Excel and project-based ERP systems; Deltek Vantagepoint and Power BI experience is preferredAbility to communicate financial concepts clearly, ask informed questions, manage multiple priorities, and build productive partnerships with PMsExperience in engineering, construction, survey, architecture, or another project-based professional services environment is strongly preferred DRMP Offers Excellent compensation packageOutstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs401(k) Plan and MatchCareer Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)Mentorship ProgramTuition ReimbursementParental LeaveCompetitive health and dental insurance premiumsVariety of voluntary benefit optionsShort-Term Disability/Long-Term DisabilityCompany-furnished life insuranceEmployee Assistant Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accountand MoreDRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.