IT Project Financial Analyst II

Our client is seeking an experienced IT Project Financial Analyst II to provide end‑to‑end financial management support across a portfolio of technology projects. This role owns budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for assigned projects, partnering closely with PMO leaders, project managers, and Finance. It is a hands‑on, execution‑focused position requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and fluency in project financials.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Contract Duration: 6 months | W2

Please Note: Local candidates within a reasonable commuting distance of 15-60 minutes will only be considered

Responsibilities:

• Uphold financial accuracy and completeness throughout the project lifecycle.
• Partner with Finance on capital vs. expense classification, capitalization activities, accruals, and monthly close.
• Monitor financial risks, trends, and performance indicators; escalate issues and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Develop and manage project budgets, monthly forecasts (Estimate‑at‑Completion), and cash‑flow/spend curves.
• Track actuals vs. plan, analyze variances, and deliver clear, decision‑ready financial insights to project stakeholders.
• Support project change processes by evaluating and quantifying financial impacts, risks, and funding requirements.
• Manage financial analysis across multiple concurrent projects while maintaining accurate documentation and audit‑ready records.
• Build and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and supporting documentation to ensure data integrity and compliance with PMO governance.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Experience with enterprise ERP or project‑accounting systems.
• Familiarity with project lifecycle phases and PMO governance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Teams, SharePoint) and Power BI.
• Demonstrated experience owning budgets and forecasts for a portfolio of projects.
• Self‑directed, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills; hands‑on experience building reports and dashboards in Power BI.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to partner effectively across PMO, IT, and Finance.
• Ability to leverage AI‑powered productivity tools (e.g., Copilot) to accelerate analysis and reporting.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in project financial analysis, FP&A, cost analysis, or project controls.
• Working knowledge of project‑accounting concepts (capital vs. expense, capitalization, EAC forecasting)
• High school diploma/GED with equivalent experience or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.