The Squires Group is seeking a Project Financial Analyst to support a major utility company in the Washington DC metro area. This long-term opportunity is ideal for a professional with expertise in project financial processes, budgeting, and financial governance within a fast-paced IT environment. Reporting to the Senior Project Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in transitioning and maturing financial practices to align with a Plan, Build, Run operating model, specifically focusing on the "Build" phase.

If you are driven to lead organizational change and deliver financial results, please apply!

This role is 100% REMOTE, but local candidates are preferred.  Per our client contract, candidates must be US Citizens or Green Card Holders.

Responsibilities

• Project Financial Tracking: Manage and track financials for 15-20 ongoing projects at any given time. Monitor project-specific financials, cost categories, and vendor expenses. While PMs manage their own budgets, they need guidance to ensure accuracy.
• Accrual Accounting Expertise: Crucial for precise financial reporting, forecasting, and monthly close processes.
• PM Support & Mentorship: Assist PMs in interpreting financial data, tracking costs, and improving delivery reports.
• Excel Proficiency: Utilize advanced formulas, data structuring, and financial modeling for accurate reporting.
• Financial Systems & Tools: Primarily work with PeopleSoft (handling 75% of financials), Excel (JDE data format), and SQL queries (interpretation rather than development).
• IT-Centric Role: Preference for IT financial analysis experience over energy sector backgrounds, though energy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field is preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in financial budgeting, forecasting, accruals processing, and actual cost tracking in IT or related domains.
• Proficiency with financial systems like PeopleSoft and JD Edwards (JDE).
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas and functions) and familiarity with SharePoint and Power BI; experience with utilities preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.
• Ability to thrive in a team-focused environment that promotes continuous learning and professional growth.
• Relevant certifications in project management are a plus.

• W2 Hourly rate: $63 - $88. Rate is based on experience, qualifications, location, and certifications, and is subject to change at any time.
  

• Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.

4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.:
1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
4. We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.
 
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The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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