Finance Integration Manager

CRH; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Retirement savings

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

CRH Americas Materials seeks a Finance Integration Manager to lead finance‑related integration for mergers and acquisitions, from pre‑close planning to post‑close stabilization. You will work with Corporate Development, Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, IT, HR, and Operations to ensure seamless integration and value realization.

This role can be based in Austin, Dallas, or Houston and requires up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CMA or MBA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations.
• Direct experience with mergers & acquisitions, financial integrations, or large-scale system/process transformations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to develop concise insights.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Experience integrating ERP, billing, or POS systems in multi-site or industrial businesses (preferred).
• Background in construction materials, manufacturing, or asset-intensive industries (preferred).
• Working knowledge of CRH AMAT processes, KPIs, dashboards (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary finance liaison for acquired business leadership during integration.
• Perform financial integration assessments across systems, policies, controls, reporting, and working capital.
• Develop detailed finance integration plans, timelines, and resources.
• Support financial due diligence by identifying risks, data gaps, and post-close needs.
• Ensure Day-1 finance readiness including banking, cash management, payroll, AP/AR, billing, and close processes.
• Coordinate the transition of financial responsibilities from seller to company.
• Establish interim and permanent financial controls and approval workflows.
• Lead integration of financial systems (GL, billing, payroll, POS) with IT and finance.
• Oversee chart of accounts mapping, data migration, and validation for reporting accuracy.
• Manage execution of finance integration plans through stabilization and go-live milestones.
• Monitor progress, resolve issues, and escalate risks as needed.
• Partner with FP&A to track synergy realization and integration costs.
• Support operations, business development, and strategic planning with management teams in the Texas Region.
• Evaluate major CAPEX projects and develop budgets with operations for reporting cadence.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects with internal/external partners as directed.

Skills

Finance

Accounting

M&A integration

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

CPA

CMA

MBA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job ID: 526073

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Texas Director of Process Excellence, the Finance Integration Manager is responsible for leading all finance‑related integration activities for mergers and acquisitions, from pre‑close planning through post‑close stabilization. This role ensures the acquired business is seamlessly integrated into the company’s financial systems, controls, processes, and reporting environment while maintaining business continuity and compliance.

The Finance Integration Manager partners closely with Corporate Development, Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, IT, HR, and Operations to deliver a disciplined, timely, and value‑focused integration that supports synergy realization and long‑term performance.

This position can be in Austin, Dallas or Houston.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Act as the primary finance point of contact for acquired business leadership during integration.
• Perform financial integration assessments, including systems, accounting policies, internal controls, reporting, and working capital considerations.
• Develop detailed finance integration plans, timelines, and resource requirements aligned to overall integration strategy.
• Support financial due diligence by identifying integration risks, data gaps, and post‑close requirements.
• Ensure Day‑1 finance readiness, including banking, cash management, payroll, AP/AR, billing, and financial close processes.
• Coordinate the transition of financial responsibilities from the seller to the company, minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
• Establish interim and permanent financial controls and approval workflows.
• Lead the integration of financial systems, including general ledger, billing, payroll, POS, and reporting platforms, in coordination with IT and finance teams.
• Oversee chart of accounts mapping, data migration, and validation to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting.
• Manage the execution of finance integration plans through stabilization and “go‑live” milestones.
• Monitor integration progress, resolve issues, and escalet risks as needed.
• Partner with FP&A to track and validate synergy realization and integration costs
• Provide partnership and support in the areas of operations, business development, and strategic planning, and capture initiatives with operating company management and regional management within the Texas Region.
• Evaluate major CAPEX projects, develop supporting budgets, and partner with operations to establish consistent reporting and tracking cadence.
• Work effectively on ad hoc projects with key internal and external partners as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. CPA, CMA, or MBA (preferred)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial operations.
• Direct experience with mergers & acquisitions, financial integrations, or large‑scale system/process transformations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to develop and deliver insights in a succinct, thoughtful, and persuasive manner
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross‑functional initiatives in fast‑paced environments
• Ability to build relationships, influence, and drive organizational engagement
• Experience integrating ERP, billing, or POS systems in multi‑site or industrial businesses (preferred)
• Background in construction materials, manufacturing, or asset‑intensive industries (preferred)
• Working knowledge of established CRH AMAT business processes, KPIs, performance reports and dashboards (preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Travel up to 25%
• Ability to work on various construction and manufacturing plant environments

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust
• Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• A hands‑on, collaborative approach
• Strong project management skillsBusiness acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operationsStrong action orientation and drive for resultsStrong oral/written communication, presentation and listening skillsThe ability to deal with ambiguityThe ability to influence business leaders and facilitate change, balancing drive for continuous improvement with respect for local company cultureThe ability to lead effective teams

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear
• May require standing for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to hold weights of 5-10lbs in a stretched arm position for extended periods of time
• Able to climb ladders or stairs and to work at heights
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time

Work Environment

• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive up to 8 hours for onsite services and meetings.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours in response to critical incidents or business‑impacting project deliverables.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud but is typically moderate.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an AFFIRMATIVE ACTION and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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