Project Financial Analyst

WHY CHA?

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Project Financial Analyst to join our Commercial & Institutional- Administration/Sector Finance Team at our office in Albany, NY or any CHA office location.

YOUR IMPACT

CHA's corporate support teams provide vital specialized services to our technical business lines and market teams including, financial, legal, marketing, business development, human resources, information technology and operational services. These teams may also support clients when their skills and expertise are required.

A Project Financial Analyst (PFA) is a member of the Sector Finance's Project Financial Management team and plays critical roles in the successful management of contracts throughout a project's lifecycle. Often assigned to more complex projects and key clients, the PFA will provide consistent billing, reporting, and sound financial counsel for our businesses and our project managers. They work with various finance and non-finance functions to support controls, accounting transactions, analyses, and audit. The PFA will also interact with clients on ensuring client accounts and receivables are current. Often viewed as a highly capable individual, the PFA may be called upon to assist or advise junior team members with questions and provide mentorship to others who may be new to a role or learning a new skill.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline required; or equivalent combination of education and experience A minimum of 4 years of Project Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis or similar activity required Understanding of business systems, financial tracking and project management systems Experience working in enterprise accounting systems Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong knowledge of revenue accounting and invoicing practices Demonstrated proficiency in basic Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Strong ability to function successfully in team environment with matrix responsibilities Extremely organized and ability to manage multiple competing priorities Experience with Deltek Vision or comparable enterprise accounting system highly preferred Previous work experience in a professional services or project-oriented field Experience in a rapid-paced and high-volume environment

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.