Regional Finance Manager - A/E/C Industry

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; North Charleston, West Babylon (SC, NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic finance leader to oversee a regional finance team across multiple locations. This role offers the opportunity to manage financial activities, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with corporate accounting to drive financial strategy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting principles, excellent Excel skills, and a passion for fostering a positive work environment. Join this innovative firm and contribute to its success while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of invoicing and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and formulas.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial activities related to project invoicing and collections.
• Lead a team to produce accurate client invoices and manage project registrations.
• Ensure compliance with invoicing procedures and address financial issues.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Excel Proficiency

Project Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Master's Degree

Tools

Billing Platforms

ERP Systems

Project Registration Systems

Job description

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Terracon's South Carolina/Coastal Georgia Region is growing, and we are thrilled to share an exciting financial career opportunity. This role will be responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, developing, workload planning, managing performance, and other related activities for a regional finance team located in Charleston, Columbia, Greensville/Spartanburg, Myrtle Beach, Bluffton, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia. The successful candidate can be based out of any of these locations, offering flexibility and convenience. In addition to leading the regional finance team, this role will partner closely with our Corporate Accounting and Operational Finance teams to guide our financial strategy and contribute to the overall success of the region.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Assist with planning, organizing, and managing financial activities related to project registrations, invoicing, WIP management, revenue recognition, and collections, in partnership with Operational Finance.
2. Act as an extension of the Project Manager, participating in meetings with regional leadership to address AR, WIP, UR issues, and collaborating on effective, timely resolutions.
3. Ensure compliance with invoicing procedures according to industry practices and company policies.
4. Lead a team of accounting professionals to produce accurate, timely, and consistent client invoices, project registrations, and effective collection efforts.
5. Read, understand, and analyze project contracts related to billing and revenue recognition, understanding how contractual language impacts project financials.
6. Investigate and escalate financial or contractual project issues to Operational Finance and Operations Management.
7. Coordinate regional billing and communicate billing services to Operations Project Management.
8. Receive quality assurance audits from Operational Finance and ensure accountability within the regional team.
9. Support workload evaluation and monitoring for regional accounting staff.
10. Review aged WIP and AR to support strategic initiatives and report on unbilled WIP and uncollected AR.
11. Facilitate smooth workflow of project documentation and invoicing practices with internal and external clients to ensure positive cash flow.
12. Oversee management of electronic project files related to financial documentation, including contracts, work authorizations, budgets, payment applications, client invoices, and approvals.
13. Identify, research, and correct billing and AR discrepancies.
14. Demonstrate proficiency in relevant company software, including project registration systems, billing platforms, and collections tools.
15. Assist in training Project Managers and support staff on financial reports and tools.
16. Maintain professionalism and positive interactions with peers, staff, managers, and clients.
17. Perform data analysis as required or requested.
18. Participate actively in Operational Accounting initiatives, ERP system improvements, and ad hoc projects.
19. Oversee regional procurement activities.
20. Lead safety efforts, ensure safety compliance, and promote a safe work environment.
21. Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.
22. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years' related experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Understanding of common business processes including accounts payable, receivable, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and advanced formulas.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have evolved into a successful firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Our growth is driven by our talented employee-owners exceeding client expectations and pursuing new opportunities.

Our vision, 'Together, we are best at people,' is reflected in our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.