Financial Manager

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group - Walsh Construction & Archer Western seeks a Financial Manager in Chicago, IL to act as the liaison between the accounting department and the Vice President. The role focuses on coordinating P&L performance, preparing business plans, and delivering financial analyses for key projects.

The position involves managing training and development for staff, mentoring the team, and representing the firm in owner meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in CMiC and MS Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate P&Ls for BGL.
• Regular reviews of issues, overhead, P&Ls and Report Card with BGL.
• Report major issues to respective Regional Controller.
• Prepare narrative to accompany P&L/Report Card packet.
• Prepare BGL’s business plan.
• Manage Human Capital training & development for department and jobsite staff.
• Mentor department staff and encourage growth in field within company.
• Manage Accounting involvement in claims (between Legal and Accounting).
• Visit material jobs to ensure compliance and correct issues.
• Represent the Company in Owner meetings on major projects.
• Design analytical reports for group and submit for standardization.

Skills

Microsoft Office

CMiC

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Financial Manager for our Service Group located in Chicago, IL. The Financial Manager is the direct line of communication between the accounting department and the Vice President.

As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex work


• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment


• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work


• Opportunities for growth, training, and development


• Flexibility in career path & progression


• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordination of P&Ls for BGL


• Regular reviews of issues, overhead, P&Ls and Report Card with BGL


• Report major issues to respective Regional Controller


• Prepare narrative to accompany P&L/Report Card packet


• Prepare BGL’s business plan


• Manage Human Capital training & development for department and jobsite staff


• Mentor department staff and encourage growth in field within company


• Manage Accounting involvement in claims (correspondent between Legal and Accounting)


• Visit material jobs in their program frequently to ensure compliance and correct any issues that arise


• Represent the Company in Owner meetings and relations on major projects


• Design analytical reports for group and submit for possible standardization across company

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent


• 5-7 years of experience preferred


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher)


• Proficiency in CMiC preferred


• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibility and effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, including executive level


• Ability to think strategically while identifying problems and developing creative solutions


• 50% travel required

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.