Regional Financial Manager

The Quest Organization Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quest Organization Inc is seeking a Regional Finance Manager - Construction to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for regional construction projects. You will monitor costs, drive profitability, and ensure regulatory compliance while partnering with project managers to optimize performance and resource use.

The role requires a strong background in job cost and construction accounting, ERP experience, and excellent communication skills to report to senior management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or construction management.
• 8+ years experience with 5+ years in a project-driven business including cost accounting ERP experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of job cost and construction accounting principles.
• CPA, MBA or other advanced certification a plus.
• Experience with scheduling software a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for regional construction projects.
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure financial targets and profitability.
• Prepare and submit financial reports, ensuring compliance with regulations and accounting standards.
• Work closely with project managers to track performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee cash flow management and ensure funds are available for operations.
• Conduct regular variance analysis and provide actionable insights and corrective actions.
• Assist senior management in formulating financial strategies and resource allocation.
• Assist in audits and ensure financial records are accurate and compliant.
• Communicate financial status and issues effectively with senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Cost accounting ERP systems

Job description

Regional Finance Manager - Construction

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for regional construction projects.
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure financial targets and profitability are met.
• Prepare and submit financial reports, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations and accounting standards.
• Work closely with project managers to track project performance and identify areas for cost-saving and risk mitigation.
• Oversee cash flow management and ensure that sufficient funds are available for operational needs.
• Conduct regular variance analysis to compare actual financial performance with budgeted figures, offering insights and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Assist senior management in formulating financial strategies and optimizing resource allocation.
• Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring that financial records are accurate and compliant.
• Communicate financial status and issues effectively with senior management, project teams, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Construction Management 8+ years of experience with 5+ years at a project-driven business including cost accounting ERP experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of job cost and construction accounting principles and processes
• CPA, MBA, or other advanced certification a plus
• Experience with scheduling software a plus
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written