Finance Project Analyst

Job Description:

Now hiring for a Finance Project Analyst

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: $65.00 - $90.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Join Staffmark and discover a Finance Project Analyst position where your work matters and your contributions are truly appreciated.

Looking for Finance Project Analyst jobs in Houston where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, forecasting, reporting, and data analysis.

Experience Requirements

• 6 to 10 years of accounting, finance, financial analysis, or project accounting experience.
• Experience preparing month-end close entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Background analyzing financial performance, profitability, budgets, forecasts, and variance reporting.
• Experience working with ERP or enterprise financial systems and large data sets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project-based, engineering, energy, manufacturing, or operational environments.
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, audit support, and internal controls.
• Familiarity with Oracle, PeopleSoft (PSFT), WDA, or similar financial systems.
• Experience supporting process improvements, automation initiatives, or financial system implementations.
• International, multi-entity, or statutory reporting experience is a plus.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional travel to project sites.
• Capable of sitting, standing, and using a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Partner with Operations and Project Managers to evaluate project profitability, costs, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Perform financial analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and business insights.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, reconciliations, and account reviews during month-end close.
• Support bid reviews, cash flow planning, working capital initiatives, and customer collections.
• Assist with SOX compliance, audits, financial controls, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Research accounting issues and resolve discrepancies while maintaining data integrity.
• Drive continuous improvement by simplifying, standardizing, and automating financial processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making support.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Opportunities for Growth through a variety of assignments with leading employers.

Friendly. Attentive. Solid Team.

"The supervisors are such great people - very friendly and attentive" - Jesus, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Finance Project Analyst you will perform responsibilities that support the daily operations of your assigned employer while following established procedures, quality standards, and workplace safety requirements. Duties may include operating equipment, working with customers, handling materials, preparing documentation, supporting administrative activities, using technology, collaborating with team members, or completing other responsibilities appropriate to the position. Successful Finance Project Analyst professionals demonstrate adaptability, professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing quality work while contributing to organizational success.

A Finance Project Analyst helps organizations succeed by performing work that supports productivity, customer satisfaction, and overall business performance. This role combines responsibility, teamwork, and attention to detail across a wide variety of workplace settings.

The Finance Project Analyst follows workplace procedures, supports operational goals, and contributes to positive team environments while maintaining professionalism and quality standards.

This profession offers rewarding opportunities across many industries and career paths.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.