Sr Finance Analyst - Power Engineering

About the role

The Sr Financial Analyst at Kiewit is a key contributor to financial excellence, offering strategic insights and detailed support across budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and comprehensive financial reporting. This role is integral to our mission of disciplined financial stewardship, collaborating closely with district leadership, project teams, and operations managers to ensure the successful financial governance of complex power construction projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities and a proactive approach to supporting strategic decision-making within a dynamic and evolving environment.

Kiewit Power Engineers delivers expertise across various power generation markets, including fossil fuels, renewables, energy storage, carbon management, geothermal, and hydrogen. Our staff partners with construction teams to deliver safe, cost-effective, and innovative solutions that meet client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

Location: Lenexa, Kansas. Up to 25% travel as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to support business objectives
• Perform financial analysis to support project and operational decision-making
• Monitor project costs, profitability, cash flow, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Prepare monthly financial reports and variance analyses to identify trends and explain performance
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend actionable solutions
• Support recurring monthly reporting as well as ad hoc financial analysis for leadership and project teams
• Partner closely with project managers, operational leaders, and district controllers to drive project success
• Assist with financial planning, forecasting cycles, and continuous process improvement initiatives
• Help develop talent and strengthen finance team capabilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 4-8 years of experience in accounting, finance, or financial analysis
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience using AI tools to improve reporting and financial analysis
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both finance and operations teams
• Ability to travel up to 25% and work effectively in a collaborative office environment
• Experience with SAP, Power BI, and other financial systems is highly preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience supporting project-based businesses, preferably within engineering, construction, or EPC environments
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional certifications are a plus

Benefits

• Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Retirement plans with matching
• Generous paid time off