Financial Analyst Lochmueller Group - 3.6 Evansville, IN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Loan repayment program Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Performance dashboard reports Accounting systems Cost accounting analysis Accounting due diligence experience Operational analysis Data visualization software proficiency Financial model construction Automation Pricing analysis Bachelor's degree in finance Dashboard creation ERP systems Cash flow monitoring Mid-level Dynamic financial modeling Trend analysis ROI Finance Revenue forecasting SQL Business intelligence tools Managing budgets in a finance role Valuing businesses for M&A transactions Bachelor's degree Engineering project budget management Financial strategy recommendations Developing strategic business plans Accounting and finance experience Cost analysis report preparation Cost reduction analysis Full Job Description Lochmueller Group is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to serve as a strategic business partner to operations, project managers, and executive leadership across the company. This role will be based out of our Indianapolis or Evansville, Indiana office, depending on the selected candidate's location. In this highly visible role, you will combine financial planning and analysis, project profitability management, business intelligence, and strategic financial modeling to help drive informed decisions, improve operational performance, and support the long-term success of our growing engineering consulting practice. This position works closely with project managers and leaders across the organization to translate data into actionable insights that enhance project outcomes and company performance. This is a unique opportunity to join an employee-owned firm identified as a 2026 Indiana Best Place to Work and Indiana ESOP Company of the Year. Lochmueller Group is an engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including environmental analysis and permitting; transportation design; traffic engineering and transportation planning; water resources design; construction engineering and inspection; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. What truly sets Lochmueller apart is our people and the values that guide how we work:

CARDIA:

C reativity; A ccountability; R espect; D edication; I ntegrity; A chievement Lochmueller Group is a 100% employee-owned firm where our people are invested in each other's success and the long-term success of the company. We offer a collaborative environment that supports professional growth, encourages innovation, and provides opportunities to make a meaningful impact through your work. It's a place where talented professionals can build rewarding careers while helping shape the future of the communities we serve.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Project Cost Analysis (40%) Monitor financial performance of engineering projects from proposal through closeout. Analyze project budgets, labor utilization, subcontractor costs, overhead allocation, and profitability. Participate in monthly project financial reviews for Project Managers and Operations Leadership. Identify cost overruns, budget variances, and margin risks. Help develop project profitability dashboards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Work with project teams to improve forecasting accuracy. Support project closeout financial analysis and lessons learned. Financial Planning & Analysis (30%) Help prepare monthly financial reporting packages. Help develop annual financial plan and monthly forecasts. Analyze revenue, EBITDA, cash flow, and operating expenses. Build financial models supporting strategic initiatives. Perform trend analysis and scenario modeling. Support long-range business planning. Assist with acquisition due diligence and financial modeling when required. Business Intelligence & Reporting (15%) Help develop executive dashboards using Power BI, Excel, or similar reporting tools. Automate recurring financial reports. Analyze operational trends and recommend improvements. Budgeting & Cost Control (10%) Assist department managers with annual financial planning. Monitor departmental spending. Recommend cost-saving opportunities. Support capital expenditure planning. Strategic Finance (5%) Participate in strategic planning initiatives. Support pricing analysis for new proposals. Analyze return on investment for major capital expenditures. Assist in M&A analysis and integration activities. Support ESOP valuation and financial reporting, if applicable.

Qualifications for this role:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field 3 - 5+ years of financial analysis, FP&A, cost accounting, or project accounting experience Experience in Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC), Engineering Consulting, Construction, or Professional Services preferred Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Financial Modeling, Power BI (preferred), ERP systems (Deltek Vantagepoint, Deltek Vision, BST, or similar preferred), Microsoft Power Query, SQL (preferred) What we offer:

Health & Wellness:

medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance

Work/Life Balance:

vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities

Wealth-Building:

401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package

Professional Benefits:

professional membership dues, career & educational development Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.