Budget Analyst

Genpro Energy Solutions•Piedmont, SD

1d•$50,000 - $75,000

About The Position

GenPro Energy Solutions has led the charge as one of the Midwest’s leading solar Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms. Our team ignited the Nebraska solar market, creating a thriving pipeline of community and municipal projects. Now, with a national footprint, over $168M in annual revenue, and a workforce of 100+ professionals, we partner with developers to build premier solar farms, focusing on community and utility-scale projects across the Midwest. At GenPro, we’re not just constructing solar solutions, we’re powering a sustainable future. Join us to shape the heart of our mission-driven team. PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Budget Analyst supports project financial planning, budget management, and cost control efforts across the organization’s solar EPC projects. This role works closely with the Director of Project Controls and Financial Oversight, project managers, engineering teams, and procurement staff to monitor project budgets, track financial performance, and provide data-driven insights that support successful project delivery. The Budget Analyst plays an important role in ensuring project financial accuracy from contract award through project completion. This includes monitoring cost performance, performing variance analysis, supporting cash flow forecasting, and improving financial reporting processes. As the company continues to grow, this role will also assist in identifying opportunities to improve financial workflows, reporting tools, and operational efficiencies through better use of data and emerging technologies. Reporting Relationship: Financial Manager

Requirements

3–5 years of accounting, financial analysis, or project finance experience.
Strong understanding of budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in construction, EPC, energy infrastructure, or renewable energy industries preferred.
Experience working with project financial systems, accounting software, or ERP platforms preferred.
Strong financial analysis and data interpretation skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional project teams.
Ability to identify process improvements and implement more efficient financial workflows.

Responsibilities

Manage solar EPC project budgets from contract initiation through final project completion.
Track project costs against approved budgets and monitor financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure project expenses are accurately assigned to the correct cost codes and project accounts.
Assist in maintaining accurate financial tracking across project management and accounting systems, including Procore and ERP platforms.
Perform variance analysis comparing projected budgets with actual costs and identify drivers of cost fluctuations.
Prepare regular budget and financial performance reports for project managers, leadership, and other key stakeholders.
Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision-making related to project performance and profitability.
Assist in forecasting project labor costs, manpower utilization, and operational performance metrics.
Support leadership with financial analysis related to project profitability, revenue recognition, and cost trends.
Assist with project cash flow forecasting and financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
Create and maintain purchase orders and sales orders to support project cost tracking and revenue management.
Monitor project financial commitments including subcontractor costs, materials procurement, and internal labor allocation.
Provide backup support for project documentation including payment applications, lien waivers, project certifications, and financial documentation.
Maintain organized records to support project audits, financial reconciliation, and compliance requirements.
Identify and support improvements to budgeting workflows, financial tracking, and reporting tools to increase efficiency in project financial management.
Assist in implementing improved financial reporting systems and data management processes as the organization grows.