Business Analyst

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our Education & Facilities Sector. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert for departmental systems, supporting system integrations and implementation initiatives while ensuring smooth operational performance. The position focuses heavily on financial accuracy and control, including reconciling accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and preparing or reviewing financial statements, reports, and analyses. This analyst manages key accounting processes such as accruals, journal entries, and debit/credit memos, ensuring all documentation is accurate, timely, and properly routed for approval. Additional responsibilities include maintaining reconciliation logs, approving or releasing invoices in accordance with established procedures, and contributing to the preparation of financial materials that support informed decision‑making across the department.

• SME for department systems, system integration, and implementation projects.
• Reconcile financial accounts and reports. Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies and resolve expeditiously to maintain controls.
• Prepare and/or review assigned financial statements, reports and analysis and address/ resolve issues.
• Responsible for the accrual process, journal entry process, debit/credit memos, etc., ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Includes the preparation and routing of such for approval as well as the maintenance and reconciliation of logs.
• Approve/release invoices per accounting procedures and as assigned by the Finance Manager.
• Prepare and/or review, as assigned, vendor files or other supporting documentation for vendor payments.
• Communicate with applicable construction and professional services vendors as needed.
• Assist in processing the general contractor’s payment analysis.
• Work directly and effectively with the accounting team and other department personnel on bond-related matters.
• Evaluate and ensure bond compliance in regard to financial accounting, reporting, and invoicepayments.
• Complete any bond-related assignments as assigned by the manager.

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related degree.
• Experience in working with business enterprises or accounting systems.
• Experiencein performing historical trends and analyzing results.
• Experience creating monthly financial reports and analyzing results.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate and present effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Intermediate proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to lead projects to a successful conclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bond program experience
• Construction program experience
• Costpoint and/or Proliance experience

Salary Range: $72,000 to $82,000 per year

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Environment: Onsite

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our  employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!

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