Construction Financial Specialist

Cumberland Farms; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated financial professional to join their team. This role involves preparing reports, managing financial activities related to construction and entitlement, and collaborating with various departments to ensure accurate budgeting and timely audits. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a knack for financial analysis, and experience with online financial platforms. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the growth and success of a leading convenience retailer. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about delivering exceptional results, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Earned Wage Access Program

Paid Time Off

Medical/Health/Dental Coverage

401K with Company Match

Team Member Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Employee recognition and awards

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in financial roles, preferably in a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices and budget amendments.
• Coordinate Bond and Escrow Requests and issue Purchase Orders.
• Prepare financial reports for management.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Adaptability

Strong interpersonal skills

Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience using online platforms

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

eBuilder

Oracle Fusion

Smartsheet

Job description

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our team!

EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members. You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Employee recognition and awards
• And much more!

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for preparing reports, researching data, and facilitating all financial activities related to entitlement and construction. The purpose is to have consistent budgeting of line items, correct coding through online systems (i.e., eBuilder, Oracle Fusion, etc.), and ultimately accurate and timely post audits based on the information. This position also assists the Construction Warehouse team from a financial role.

Responsibilities:

1. Review and process invoices, including check requests, and budget amendments.
2. Track and coordinate all Bond and Escrow Requests, Releases/Refunds.
3. Issue Third Party Purchase Orders.
4. Support for the Construction Warehouse team (POs, EMCs, Counts, etc.).
5. Financial reporting for the analyst, director, and VP (including Accrual Report).
6. Prepare and submit all In/Out reclasses and research financial questions.

Working Relationships:

Internal: Interaction with the following departments: Real Estate, Environmental, Planning, Construction, and Facilities. In addition, there is interaction with various Finance groups – for submitting payment requests, reporting on accruals, managing the holding account (151243), etc. Relationships with Resource Protection, Marketing, IT, and Legal regarding entitlement or construction billing toward a project being managed by our group.

External: Communication and coordination with all contractors, vendors, engineers, etc. in regard to proposals, contracts, POs, RFPs, and payment.

Minimum Education:

Associate’s Degree in a related field (i.e., accounting, business, etc.).

Preferred Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or commensurate.

Minimum Experience:

2 years.

Preferred Experience:

5 years+.

Licenses/Certifications:

None required.

Soft Skills/Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Adaptability.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (Smartsheet a plus).
• Experience using some type of online platform for work.

Other Requirements:

Travel:No travel required.

Hours & Conditions:Typically Monday – Friday, 8+ hour days in office setting.

Physical Requirements:Minimal physical effort required; sitting / standing at computer for long periods of time. Ability to maneuver and lift up to 10 lbs.

At EG America, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.