Financial Analyst / Cost Engineer

Fluor, together with its joint-venture partner AECOM, has been awarded a four-year program delivery support services contract for the California High-Speed Rail program by the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services to support one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.
S.
The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations.
The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley.
Under the general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s Project Financial Director, serves as the Financial Analyst/Cost Engineer to provide support in the Financial Office reviewing accounting transactions and performing reconciliations with the department budget, for input in the financial cost system (EcoSys).
• Program-specific activities will include the following: - Responsible for financial and performance reporting initiatives for California High Speed Rail Authority; apply knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting for large capital projects; utilize high level technical skills with Microsoft Excel and Power Point and demonstrate solid communication and presentation skills; identify issues, analyze solution options and help implement process and technology improvements.
Prepare the cost report for the Capital Outlay Report and supporting documents.
Provide management with recommendation on forecasts based on current contract burn rates.
- Cross train on the cost report and reconciliation of the Fi$cal data for reporting in the Capital Outlay and FCP reports - Schedule and track monthly data sets including accruals, expenditures, contracts, budget changes, and forecast changes.
Perform flex analysis on the data sets and perform actual analysis.
- Collaborate with FINO management, PDS Financial Director, and Project Controls to assess the implications in Capital data.
- Reconcile Baseline monthly changes and ensure changes are consistent with governing actions.
- Perform overall month end reconciliation to provide verification of data integrity and accuracy of EcoSys.
- Other projects as assigned including reconciliation projects.
Other duties as assigned Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependant) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Basic Job Requirements • Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and seven (7) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eleven (11) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements This individual will have knowledge of:  Accounting principles and procedures;  Governmental accounting and budgeting; Program Delivery Support DUTY STATEMENT  The uniform accounting system and financial organization and procedures of the State of California and related laws, rules, and regulations;  Principles of business management, including office methods and procedures; principles of public finance; and business law.
This individual will have the ability to:  Work with others engaged in the preparation of financial reports and funding forecasts  Apply accounting principles and procedures;  Analyze data and draw sound conclusions;  Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action;  Prepare clear, complete, and concise reports;  Make sound decisions and recommendations in regards to the professional problems in maintaining control of a departmental budget.
 Good organizational skills  Detail oriented and a self-starter that takes initiative Preferred Qualifications  7 to 10 years’ budget experience  California public sector experience, including HSR and/or Department of Finance  FI$Cal (Hyperion, PeopleSoft) experience  Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems  Ability to identify and document solutions to complex problems with accuracy  Ability to communicate analysis outcomes to higher level management  Ability to effectively coordinate analysis efforts with multiple areas of organization  Extremely detail oriented and organized.
 An aptitude for learning and working with technology Salary Range 111,500 to 200,500 Benefits Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security.
Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, and training and development courses.
Requisition Number 140624BR Diverse Workforce We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce.
All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.