Regional Finance Manager

Description

• Compare financial performance to budget objectives, note variances, and develop and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Travel occasionally for regional meetings.
• Analyze monthly financial statements to identify trends and variances; work with regional leadership to develop and implement action plans.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
• Support regional leadership and operations teams in creating regional plans to achieve billing targets, rates, direct and indirect project costs, overhead, and profitability margins for professional services.
• Mentor subordinate staff on policy and procedure compliance, monitor adherence, and address performance issues.
• Establish and maintain systems for project managers to regularly update status, budgets, and other project-related data.
• Compile, review, and present statistical information and reports measuring project performance against financial goals; recommend and implement actions to align results with objectives.
• Lead the development of the annual regional budget.
• Oversee project initiation, billing, and collection activities in a regional office to ensure timely and accurate completion of these functions.
• Collaborate with department heads, project managers, and relevant corporate staff to enhance project accounting delivery systems to improve financial performance.
• Conduct research and lead purchasing and negotiation efforts for leases and capital purchases.
• Take responsibility for special projects, such as budgeting or financial modeling for regional expansions and business management initiatives.
• Assist regional leadership and operations teams with analyzing and interpreting operating results and their impact on regional operations.
• Help train professional staff, project managers, and contract administration staff on corporate accounting and project management policies and procedures.
• Participate in recruitment of staff and support career development.
• Follow company risk management program guidelines, monitor for potential loss situations, and report findings to regional leadership.
• Assist with accounting audits and project reviews at the regional level.
• Develop procedures and guidance focused on enhanced financial performance for the business unit.
• Examine financial data, prepare custom reports to summarize financial data, and communicate performance indicators to operations managers and department heads.
• Coordinate with Corporate Finance and Accounting to identify, develop, and implement practices and procedures related to regional financial matters.

Requirements

• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
• Excellent interpersonal skills for managing complex or challenging situations. (required)
• Proficiency in analyzing complex financial documents, contracts, and supporting materials. (required)
• A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting with at least eight (8) years of progressive professional experience; or a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive professional experience in the fields of accounting, finance, budgeting, preferably within the engineering sector, with five years of experience in a Regional Project Administrator role. (required)
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance or accounting. (preferred)
• Ability to prepare comprehensive, well-organized reports and deliver impactful presentations. (required)
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) and project management software. (required)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA). (preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams and fostering strong relationships with both internal and external clients. (required)
• Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position.
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities. (required)

Benefits

• Minimum Salary: $104,335/year / Maximum Salary: $166,935/year (Costa Mesa, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Bainbridge, WA)
• Minimum Salary: $99,590/year / Maximum Salary: $159,345 /year (Lakewood, CO, Greenwood Village, CO)
• Minimum Salary: $109,075/year / Maximum Salary: $174,520/year (Oakland, CA, Los Angeles, CA)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance