Regional Finance Manager

Terracon; Morgantown (WV); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Finance Manager to support its expanding Eastern Midwest Division. This role offers the flexibility to work from various locations, including Morgantown, WV. The successful candidate will partner with operations management to enhance financial efficiency and results. Responsibilities include overseeing financial activities, ensuring compliance with invoicing procedures, and leading a team of accounting professionals. Join a dynamic team that values employee ownership and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years in finance with a focus on project management.
• Experience in supervising finance teams and processes.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel for financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial activities related to project invoicing and collections.
• Lead a team to ensure accurate and timely client invoicing.
• Collaborate with project managers to resolve financial issues.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Invoicing Procedures

Excel Proficiency

Team Leadership

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance

12 years of related experience

Tools

Oracle Cloud

Project Registration Systems

Billing Platforms

Collections Tools

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Job Description

Terracon's Eastern Midwest Division is growing, and we are thrilled to share an exciting career opportunity. We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Regional Finance Manager to join our team. This position will provide essential support to our offices in Louisville, KY; Lexington, KY; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Akron, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Indianapolis, IN; Niles, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Charleston, WV; and Morgantown, WV. The best part is that the successful candidate can be based out of any one of these locations, offering flexibility and convenience. The successful candidate will be a partner with operations management, project professionals and operational finance to optimize efficiency within operations and enhance financial results for our region. Come, Explore with Us!

General Responsibilities

Manage the planning, organization, and financial activities related to project registrations, invoicing, WIP management, revenue recognition, and collections. Partner with Corporate Accounting and Operational Finance to maintain compliance with invoicing procedures according to industry practices and Company policies. Responsibility includes hiring, training, mentoring, developing, workload planning, managing performance and other related activities.

Job Description

Terracon's Eastern Midwest Division is growing, and we are thrilled to share an exciting career opportunity. We are currently seeking a motivated and skilled Regional Finance Manager to join our team. This position will provide essential support to our offices in Louisville, KY; Lexington, KY; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Akron, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Indianapolis, IN; Niles, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Charleston, WV; and Morgantown, WV. The best part is that the successful candidate can be based out of any one of these locations, offering flexibility and convenience. The successful candidate will be a partner with operations management, project professionals and operational finance to optimize efficiency within operations and enhance financial results for our region. Come, Explore with Us!

General Responsibilities

Manage the planning, organization, and financial activities related to project registrations, invoicing, WIP management, revenue recognition, and collections. Partner with Corporate Accounting and Operational Finance to maintain compliance with invoicing procedures according to industry practices and Company policies. Responsibility includes hiring, training, mentoring, developing, workload planning, managing performance and other related activities.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Through partnership and guidance from Operational Finance, assist with the planning, organizing, and managing of financial activities related to project registrations, invoicing, WIP management, revenue recognition, and collections.
• Acting as an extension of the Project Manager as a trusted and valued partner, participate in meetings with regional leadership to remedy any AR, WIP, UR issues, collaborating on ideas for effective and timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with invoicing procedures according to industry practices and company policies.
• Lead and supervise a team of accounting professionals to produce accurate, timely, and consistent client invoices along with accurate project registrations and effective collection efforts.
• Read, understand, and analyze project contracts related to billing and revenue recognition. Have the ability to comprehend how contractual language impacts project financials.
• Investigate and elevate financial or contractual project issues to Operational Finance and Operations Management.
• Help coordinate regional billing and communicate billing services to Operations Project Management.
• Receive quality assurance audits from Operational Finance related to the staff’s quality of work and hold regional staff accountable.
• Support the evaluation and monitoring of workloads for regional accounting staff.
• Review aged WIP and AR to support strategic initiatives and report on excessive unbilled WIP and uncollected AR.
• Participate in internal and external clients to facilitate smooth workflow of project documentation, invoicing practices and ensure positive cash flow.
• Oversee the management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal approvals.
• Identify billing and/or accounts receivable discrepancies, research their origin, and execute corrective measures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in company software relevant to the job, including project registration systems, billing platforms, and collections tools.
• Assist in providing training to Project Managers and support staff on financial reports and tools.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude in interactions with peers, billing staff, managers, and clients.
• Perform data analysis as needed or requested.
• Actively participate in Operational Accounting initiatives, ERP system improvements, and ad hoc projects.
• May oversee regional procurement activities.
• Lead safety efforts for direct team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with minimum of 8 years of experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years’ related experience.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Experience as a supervisor of others.
• Knowledge of common business processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable/invoicing, financial reporting, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, including proficiency with pivot tables, lookup and advance formulas.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Experience within the A/E/C industry preferred.
• Experience using Oracle Cloud a plus.
  
  

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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