Regional Finance Manager

Geosyntec Consultants

The Role

Overview

Oversee regional finance, budgeting, accounting, and performance for Western North America.

Key Responsibilities

  • financial analysis
  • reporting
  • budgeting
  • project accounting
  • procurement
  • risk management

Tasks

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

Requirements

  • erp
  • project management
  • mba
  • bachelor's
  • financial analysis
  • communication

What You Bring

-Superior written and verbal communication abilities. (required) -Bachelor's degree in business, finance or accounting. (preferred) -Master of Business Administration (MBA). (preferred) -Excellent interpersonal skills for managing complex or challenging situations. (required) -Ability to prepare comprehensive, well-organized reports and deliver impactful presentations. (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) -Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) -Comprehensive knowledge and experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) and project management software. (required) -Demonstrated experience in leading teams and fostering strong relationships with both internal and external clients. (required) -Proficiency in analyzing complex financial documents, contracts, and supporting materials. (required)

Benefits

-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) -Minimum Salary: $104,335/year / Maximum Salary: $166,935/year (Costa Mesa, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Bainbridge, WA)

The Company

About Geosyntec Consultants

-Founded with a vision to solve complex environmental and engineering challenges. -Specializes in addressing complex environmental, geotechnical, and water resource issues. -Provides innovative solutions in areas like water management, environmental remediation, and industrial risk management. -Has built a strong reputation in industries including infrastructure, energy, and commercial development. -Known for working on diverse projects, from contaminated site cleanups to complex water systems. -Focuses on developing sustainable solutions that improve the environmental and industrial landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government