Finance Manager: Project Finance Leader

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental & vision

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance & disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Financial Manager in Covington, LA to lead a finance team supporting multiple projects. You will advise operations managers and executive leadership, driving financial strategy and continuous improvement across project accounting and reporting.

The role requires strong leadership, a proactive mindset, and the ability to balance complex tasks while maintaining high standards. Occasional travel up to 25% and on-site work at construction projects are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent).
• 5–10 years of financial/data analysis or public accounting experience.
• Proven track record of developing or managing a team.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and communicate financial results of projects to upper-level management.
• Earn trust and buy-in of processes from Operations teams.
• Train, develop, and grow a team of finance professionals.
• Develop and maintain budgets, cost reports, earned value analyses, and project profit projections.
• Assist in tracking project change orders and projections.
• Assist project managers with project procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement and advocate for positive change.
• Use data, reports, and tools for risk analysis and benchmarking.
• Review cash flows, contract terms, and change orders for risks and opportunities.
• Understand organizational needs and bring in high quality talent.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Financial Manager in Covington, LA to lead a finance team supporting multiple projects. You will advise operations managers and executive leadership, driving financial strategy and continuous improvement across project accounting and reporting.

The role requires strong leadership, a proactive mindset, and the ability to balance complex tasks while maintaining high standards. Occasional travel up to 25% and on-site work at construction projects are expected.