FP and A Project Manager

SubCom; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

SubCom seeks an FP&A Project Manager to lead financial management for major undersea telecom projects. You will drive budgets, forecasts, and billing across a matrix team from sales to marine operations.

You will report on performance, risks, and mitigations, and support audits. Requires 7+ years in project accounting, a relevant degree, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in project management, business administration or accounting/finance.
• 7+ years project accounting or related experience.
• Experience with Oracle ERP and MS Office preferred.
• Must show integrity, risk management and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• As the primary financial interface for executive leadership, support one or more projects from bid through completion.
• Construct project cost budgets and monthly revenue/cost forecasts with PM, Sales, Manufacturing, and Operations.
• Drive annual target setting and oversee project P&L, billing, and collections.
• Support contract variations, risk tracking, and project changes; participate in audits.

Skills

Leadership

Project accounting

Negotiations

Risk management

Communication

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration or accounting/finance

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.Position OverviewThe FP&A Project Manager will serve as the financial manager for large scale undersea telecommunication projects. This role is the finance lead for a $200-500 million project and is a major steppingstone to larger finance and operational roles within SubCom. He/she will work with a matrix-style project team comprised of representatives from across the organization, supporting all phases of the project (sales, engineering, manufacturing, marine installation). The FP&A Project Manager will seek to maximize revenue, control costs, and identify risks and opportunities. He/she will ensure all team members are aware of financial objectives and report on performance, risks, and mitigations. Duties will include preparation of project budgets, project forecasts, variance analyses, project changes/contract variations; oversight of customer billing and collections; supporting book close, forecasting, annual budget preparation, and audits.ResponsibilitiesAs primary financial interface for executive leadership, support one or more projects, (simultaneously), from bid and proposal phase through completion.Construct initial project cost budget, in collaboration with Sales, Project Management (“PM”), Manufacturing, and Marine Operations.Work with PM and Operations to construct a monthly forecast of revenue, cost, billing/collections for the life of the projectDrive annual target setting on projectsOversee, prepare and present reports on financial performance (project P&L, variance analysis, billing/collections, etc.)Provide financial support for proposed contract variations and project changesSupport the Project Manager with project objectives by analyzing contract deliverables and collaborating with project team members.Advise Project Management to align project decisions with larger business needsAlong with PM, document and drive risk management on the project, tracking contingencies and opportunitiesAttend customer meetings in person or virtuallyManage & coordinate customer billing with AR department; collections on projectSupport financial audits of assigned project(s)Manage/assist on other financial-related aspects of the projects (insurance, tax, performance guarantees, etc.)Suggest and lead process improvement initiativesConsistently ensures that business is always conducted with integrity and that behavior aligns with SubCom policies, procedures, and core values.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in project management, business administration or accounting/finance required7+ years project management/project accounting or related business experienceLong Term Contract accounting experience requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Oracle ERP a plusExperience in negotiations, strategy development/implementation, and risk managementStrong leadership qualities and the ability to complete assignments with little oversightAble to take ownership and responsibility, drive results, and effectively influence othersStrong oral and written communications skillsComfortable asking questions and challenging the status quoHigh standard of integrity and attention to detailsInternational and domestic travel to support projects as needed.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.BENEFITSSubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYSubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.SUBCOM’S CORE VALUESQuality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation