Finance Manager (Finance)

Job Description

Take Your Corporate Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder is hiring a Finance Manager for our East Division operations. The position is remote with travel to local offices as needed (10%) but we are open to having a candidate work from one of our area locations.

JOB SUMMARY

Position reports to the Division Business Manager and provides financial advice to help Area Managers assess the performance of projects and area profitability. Participates in periodic business performance reviews with the Division Director and Division Business Manager and may be responsible for performing various financial analyses, investment evaluations and financial training programs. Interacts independently or in conjunction with Division management including Area Managers and Project Managers. Effectively engages, partners and develops strong relationships with members of the Finance & Accounting team. Uses finance and accounting knowledge as well as industry and professional guidelines and procedures to accomplish goals and objectives, and solve abstract problems and tasks.. Works independently, using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve complex problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Close

• Participate and manage monthly Estimate to Complete process including distribution, follow up, and maintenance and analysis for the East Division.

Regional Financial Management

• Assist Area Managers and Project Managers with understanding their Project Performance against key performance metrics.
• Concisely highlight variance drivers and identify opportunities to mitigate risk and improve financial performance.
• Participate in project reviews with Area Managers, including the identification of financial performance issues and corrective actions.
• Prepare materials (financial analysis/reports) for operations business reviews.
• Partner with division management to maintain a strong understanding of key business metrics and trends, and specific business processes and priorities.
• Identify and make recommendations to the Division Business Manager and appropriate Area Manager regarding opportunities for improvement or course correction.
• Provide guidance to areas on company financial policies and procedures.

Risk Reviews

• Coordinate and schedule regular and timely triggered risk reviews and facilitate organization of meetings and follow up.
• Evolve in contract analyst role to provide support and direction to Project Managers as they navigate contract language.

Planning/Forecasting

• Provide support to Area Managers and Project Managers in the development of their project health.

Financial Systems

• Advanced knowledge of all financial systems to support analysis and to help Area Managers understand their financial results.
• Identify improvements to existing financial systems, reports and processes.

Training

• Partner with Project Management Office (PMO) on the development and delivery of training content to improve the project financial acumen of the PM community.

POSITION COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Critical Thinking

• Skilled at finding logical flaws in arguments and plans.
• Identifies problems and solutions that others might miss.
• Provides detailed insight and constructive criticism into problems and complex situations.

Controlling Costs

• Establishes clear budgets for different activities.
• Looks for ways to reduce the cost of activities.
• Delivers projects on time and under budget.
• Prevents cost overruns.

Following Policies and Procedures

• Understands and follows company policies.
• Encourages others to follow work rules.
• Calls attention to actions that may violate policies and procedures.

Making Accurate Judgment and Decisions

• Bases decisions on a systematic review of relevant facts and information.
• Avoids making assumptions or rushing to judgment.
• Provides clear rationale for decisions.

Managing Performance

• Clearly defines and communicates roles and responsibilities.
• Holds people accountable for accomplishing objectives.
• Provides effective feedback on performance.

Health & Safety (9a)

• Demonstrates commitment to using LPS and other Health and Safety tools to identify and correct hazards, at-risk behavior, and near-losses.

EXPERIENCE & ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's/MBA degree or equivalent preferred.

Experience: 10 - 12 years of proven related experience, 7 - 8 years designated professional experience and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, 6 - 7 years management experience required.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.