Finance Manager – construction industry

Software Placement Group, SPG; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major company benefits

401k with matching

Bonus potential

Job summary

Software Placement Group (SPG) in the Columbia, SC area seeks a Finance Manager to lead its accounting and finance function across multiple legal entities. This on-site role reports to the VP and directs a finance team, overseeing close, policies, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in accounting and at least 5 years of related experience, including management experience in construction, with proficiency in Excel and familiarity with AI Billing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 5+ years related experience; 1+ year in a manager role.
• Construction industry experience required.
• Experience with AI Billing software preferred.
• Experience with Foundation Construction software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, inventory management, and general ledger maintenance.
• Manage timely and accurate month-end close activities.
• Maintain and document accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare and analyze month-end financial reports (month/quarter/YTD).
• Coordinate completion of Weekly Flash Report and Monthly KPI workbook.
• Provide analysis of results vs. budget/forecast and advise actions to improve results.
• Analyze overhead costs and communicate trends.
• Analyze project job costs and advise pricing strategies with leadership.
• Create and maintain annual budget and quarterly forecasts.
• Maintain banking relationships and cash flow forecasts.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and insurance programs.
• Coordinate financial statement reviews or audits as appropriate.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

AI Billing software

Foundation Construction software

Job description

Overview

An established, well-regarded company in the construction industry is seeking a Finance Manager to lead its accounting and finance function across multiple legal entities. This is an on-site role based in the Columbia, SC metropolitan area, reporting to the Vice President and directly leading a finance and accounting team.

What you’ll do

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, inventory management, and general ledger maintenance
• Manage timely and accurate month-end close activities
• Maintain and document accounting policies and procedures
• Prepare and analyze month-end financial reports covering month, quarter, and year-to-date results
• Coordinate completion of the Weekly Flash Report and Monthly KPI workbook
• Provide verbal and written analysis of actual results versus budget/forecast, recommending business decisions to improve results
• Analyze overhead costs and communicate trends
• Analyze project job costs, ensure accurate accounting, and recommend job pricing strategies with the President and Vice President to increase profitability
• Create and maintain the annual budget and quarterly forecasts with the management team
• Maintain banking relationships in partnership with the President and Vice President
• Review daily/weekly cash requirements and develop and maintain cash flow forecasts
• Ensure accounts are properly funded across legal entities daily
• Establish and maintain a system of internal controls
• Manage insurance programs including property, general liability, and workers' compensation
• Manage project bonds
• Maintain relationship with an external CPA and ensure tax compliance and regulatory reporting, including timely income, sales tax filings, and 941s
• Coordinate financial statement reviews or audits as appropriate
• Prepare business and contractor licenses
• Create and promote a positive work environment; hire, train, and retain accounting and finance staff
• Develop a cross-training program and maintain SOPs for all accounting functions
• Assess accounting operations and recommend improvements
• Assist with pre-qualifications for general contractors and subcontractors
• Assist the President and other management personnel with projects as needed
• Complete other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field
• At least 5 years of related experience preferred, including at least 1 year at the manager level over people
• Construction industry experience required
• Experience with AI Billing software preferred
• Experience with Foundation Construction software is a plus
• Glass industry experience is a plus
• Strong work ethic and integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills, including collaboration and communication
• High attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Able to work 45-50 hours per week

Compensation and benefits

• Major company benefits
• 401k with matching
• Bonus potential

Why this role

This is an opportunity to serve as a key cross-functional leader at an established, reputable company, with major benefits, 401k matching, and bonus potential.