Cost Analyst

STV is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support our Project Controls and Program/Construction Management (PMCM) teams within a large-scale Seismic Program in Los Angeles. This role is focused on cost analysis, budgeting, and financial tracking across a portfolio of critical infrastructure projects.

This individual will play a key role in consolidating, analyzing, and communicating financial data across the program, partnering closely with Project Managers and the Program Manager.

This is an ideal opportunity for a finance or accounting professional who thrives in a data-driven environment and enjoys translating complex financial information into clear insights that drive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cost tracking, budgeting, and financial analysis across multiple projects within the Seismic Program

• Monitor and manage project budgets, forecasts, and actuals across 10 active projects

• Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses to support program oversight

• Analyze large datasets to identify cost trends, risks, and opportunities for optimization

• Partner with Project Managers and Program Leadership to provide actionable financial insights

• Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting cycles, including forecast updates

• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across multiple project and financial systems

• Assist with establishing and improving financial controls, processes, and reporting standards

• Contribute to program-level financial planning and resource allocation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, cost analysis, or project finance

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret, synthesize, and present financial data clearly

• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, forecasting models, data analysis)

• Experience working in multi-project or program environments is highly preferred

• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with non-financial stakeholders

• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Preferred Experience:

• Experience supporting Project Controls, PMO, or capital programs

• Familiarity with project cost management tools or ERP systems

• Understanding of budgeting within complex programs (infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments is a plus-but not required)

Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits * Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) * Disability insurance * Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment * 401(k) Plan * Retirement Counseling * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) * Paid Holidays (9 days) * Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) * Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) * Continuing Education Program * Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.