Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Pay Range : $150000 - $160000 / year
Position Summary
The Director of Finance Operations oversees and directs the Company’s financial programs and activities. The role includes core controller responsibilities, including financial close, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and financial compliance. The Director also acts as the business partner to field operations ensuring that internal policies and controls are followed while meeting the business needs. Provides direction on budgetary planning and on the financial implications of business decisions, with a focus on profitability, efficiency, and compliance.
Primary / Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Acts as the subject matter expert for operations accounting and accounting related issues
- Develops and executes short-term and long-term strategic and financial plans to achieve Company objectives
- Ensures transparent financial management and the security and integrity of the brand and the business
- Oversees monthly financial close, including WIP reviews, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Provides regional operations support, partnering with project teams to ensure accuracy of job cost reporting and forecasting
- Owns project accounting accuracy and alignment with operational expectations
- Leads compliance efforts including audit support, SOX / internal controls, and adherence to GAAP and company policy
- Oversees and manages support staff and processes including payroll, AP, AR, and collections
- Analyzes and develops financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations
- Advises senior management on financial matters and provides interpretations of financial information
- Develops business plans and forecasts, and prepares capital expenditure reviews and monthly financial results
- Reviews and analyzes financial projections and reports for inconsistencies, abnormalities and discrepancies and provides resolution
- Implements process improvements to strengthen the connection between operations and finance
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Reviews, evaluates, and implements cost reduction opportunities
- Hires, trains, and manages staff
Required Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or a related field; CPA and / or MBA preferredA minimum of 10 years relevant finance management and operations experience; construction or project-based industry experience requiredComprehensive knowledge of finance, business and the financial elements of agreements and contractsAbility to analyze financial issues and make appropriate recommendations, conduct cost-benefit studies, and evaluate alternate fiscal and managerial approachesStrong experience with financial close, WIP reporting, job cost structures, and revenue recognitionExperience with internal controls evaluation including planning, evaluation, documentation, testing, and remediationStrong experience in income statement analysisAbility to research and propose company positions on complex finance, business and operational issuesStrong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills; detail-orientedAbility to perform with a high level of discretion and integrityStrong decision-making skills and the ability to execute on decisionsAbility to effectively hire, train, and manage staffStrong planning and organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlinesStrong interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and presentation skillsComputer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced Excel skillsPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions
Travel up to 25%Works remotely and in an office environmentFrequently sits for long periods of timeFrequently speaks, reads, writes and uses a computer keyboardMay require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bendingThis job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.
RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system expert for over 100 years, with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day, and our success relies on a collaborative environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance, and offer opportunities to grow your career and develop your skills.
RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.
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