Job Title: Grant Financial AnalystJob DescriptionThe Grant Financial Analyst will assist with monitoring fiscal compliance across divisions and subcontractors who receive government funding. The role requires close collaboration with project managers and finance leads to ensure coordination between program and financial aspects of grant projects. The analyst will be responsible for consolidating reports and documentation for grant reimbursement, communicating extensively with funding agencies, and monitoring contracts, invoices, project plans, and cash flow. The role also involves supporting federal financial reporting, conducting site financial compliance monitoring, developing special reports, and departmental support and improvement.Hard Skills
Thorough knowledge of funding agency requirements
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of project and program management
Advanced knowledge of personal computers and related software applications
Working knowledge of federal funding agency reimbursement and reporting systems
Advanced knowledge of the principles of accounting
Working knowledge of Company budgeting and forecasting systems
Capability to learn and develop general understanding in engineering and construction practices, facilities siting and permitting process, electric transmission, substations, and distribution systems, utility operations, utility regulation
Working knowledge of LEAN continuous improvement principles and best practices
Working knowledge of SafeStart principles and best practices
Soft Skills
Ability to apply and direct the application of specialized financial knowledge and general business knowledge to complex transactions
Intermediate expertise with personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications
Advanced ability to create and interpret trends, models, forecasts, and simulations
Intermediate ability to understand and accurately define problems, analyze and synthesize information, identify and evaluate solution options
Ability to select a course of action among several options
Ability to remain flexible in a demanding work environment and adapt to rapidly changing priorities
Basic ability to use communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to resolve conflicts between parties
Basic ability to listen and develop alternative solutions that will result in a variety of constituents reaching agreement
Intermediate written, oral, and listening communication skills
Intermediate ability to prepare effective presentations
Advanced ability to plan, prioritize, schedule, and manage time and work to complete tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to relate to and interact with other people to reach objectives
Ability to handle difficult, confrontational, sensitive, and/or confidential issues and information with tact, courtesy, discretion, respect, and fairness
Intermediate ability to function effectively in a team environment and contribute to team process and decision-making
Basic ability to develop/maintain strong, positive relationships with Company leadership and management as well as leaders and members of the community and government
Job TypeThis is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).Work SiteThis is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Honolulu, Hawaii and some days remote.About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
Full-time