Project Finance Manager

ESPO Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A global EPC Firm in Kansas City, MO, seeks an experienced Project Finance Manager for a 6-month contract. The role involves leading a team, analyzing financials, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and at least 11 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Excel and project management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years relevant accounting experience required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• CPA Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a motivated team in a fast-paced environment.
• Analyze financials and provide insights to leadership.
• Review projects and evaluate risk on complex projects.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Project Finance Manager — Location: Kansas City, MO. Job type: 6 Month Contract.

Our global EPC Firm client is hiring a Project Finance Manager for a contract opportunity at their world Headquarters in Kansas City, MO.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower a motivated team in a fast-paced environment where high performers:
  • Analyze financials and key performance indicators at the company, division, location, and project level and provide meaningful insight to leadership
  • Review projects, interpret financial implications, ensure appropriate application of revenue recognition, apply engineering and construction accounting standards, and evaluate risk on the largest and most complex projects in the company.
• Partner with engineering and construction project teams to assist with project financials and forecasting.
• Lead instructional and informational training for project teams, covering topics including accounting standards, system enhancements, reporting capabilities, corporate initiatives, and best practices.
• Guide and mentor team members through recruiting, development, career pathing, and retention.
• Ensure quality, efficient, and cost-effective utilization of team members.
• Manage team staffing needs and promotions.
• Provide reporting and analysis to executive leadership.
• Advise internal clients on technical and financial requests.
• Serve as a point of escalation for team members related to financial inquiries and concerns.
• Provide recommendations on the strategic direction and objectives of your team.
• Promote and drive diversity initiatives.
• Facilitate the company’s external audit and client audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Minimum of 11 years relevant accounting experience required; additional credit may be provided for public accounting experience.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple day-to-day and ongoing projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients. Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. Must possess strong project management skills and a strategic perspective.
• Must be proficient in the use of basic computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• CPA Preferred

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.