Dikita Enterprises, Inc. (www.dikita.com), headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, is an actively growing architectural, civil engineering, and construction management firm with over 40 years of experience. Dikita's multi-disciplined team of architectural, engineering and construction management professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, transit build-out, transit market research, infrastructure improvements and expansion, and capital construction services. Our diversity and commitment to quality are our strengths.
SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst reports to the President or her designee and is responsible for creating and analyzing the financial aspects of the organization's projects and the corporation's overall budget, building financial models to forecast trends, predict business scenarios, analyze other relevant data for a professional program management firm in the Architectural, Engineering and Construction industry. Construction accounting is NOT necessary.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning:
Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop project budgets.
Create financial models and forecasts to support project planning and decision-making.
Budgeting and Monitoring:
Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets on a monthly basis.
Identify and communicate any significant budget variances.
Work with project managers to communicate project profitability, address financial issues and optimize resource allocation.
Create project budgets for negotiations regarding fees.
Work within accounting systems (Deltek Vantagepoint) to manage costs against billings.
Financial Analysis:
Conduct financial analysis to assess the profitability and financial health of projects and the company.
Provide insights into cost drivers and recommend cost-saving measures.
Reporting:
Prepare regular financial reports for project stakeholders.
Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities to management.
Compliance:
Ensure that projects adhere to financial policies, regulations, and accounting standards.
Assist in internal and external audits related to project and company finances.
Forecasting:
Develop and update financial forecasts based on project progress and changes in scope.
Anticipate and communicate potential financial risks and opportunities.
Collaboration:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, procurement, and accounting teams, to ensure accurate and timely financial information.
Advisory Role:
Provide financial insights and advice to project managers and leadership.
Assist in decision-making by offering financial perspectives on various project-related matters.
Advise CEO about financial trends and proposed budgets for proposals (RFPs)
Reports and Presentations
Prepare reports, presentations, and Excel models to communicate findings effectively.
Create dashboards with data visualization to aid in report presentation.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree in finance or accounting; a master's degree is preferred.
7+ years of relevant experience; 5 years in an Architecture, Engineering or Construction environment.
Certifications are not required but are highly desirable. Acceptable certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP).
Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI is a plus.
Expert proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
Ability to build comprehensive dashboards with data visualizations is a plus.
Ability to analyze financial cost data and deliver and articulate, clear, and concise reports in a compelling manner.
Must have knowledge working in an enterprise-level accounting system.
Must possess strong math, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
Must possess strong organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
Knowledge and understanding of construction or professional engineering/architectural processes.
Must be detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
Must be able to work independently, have good interpersonal skills, and work effectively as a member of a team.
Must be able to effectively manage staff and function in high pressure situations under constrained time environments.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Compensation is negotiable based on experience. Dikita offers a comprehensive health and welfare plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a discretionary match, limited tuition reimbursement, company paid licenses, certifications, and professional organization memberships*. Healthcare benefits are effective on date of hire. We also offer dozens of supplemental benefits. Over 5,000 self-paced courses on business, safety, liability, productivity, and IT topics; instructor-led virtual training, continuing education units on many courses; 25,000+ books in online, audio and summary formats; and external training/certification tracking.
*Subject to repayment based on length of employment.