Job Information
CDM Smith Finance Manager – Project Accounting in Chicago, Illinois
41250BR
Requisition ID:
41250BR
Business Unit:
NAU
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager to lead and manage our project accounting team, focusing on domestic infrastructure engineering services projects. This role involves overseeing a project accounting team across the United States, spearheading the update and implementation of project accounting processes and procedures, and championing change management within the group. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing a project accounting team in the A/E/C industry, strong expertise in ad hoc financial reporting, in-depth knowledge of ACS 606 GAAP accounting, and proficiency with financial ERP systems. Join us to drive excellence in project accounting and contribute to the success of our infrastructure projects nationwide.
As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
Staff Management:
• Supervises the day to day activity of staff.
• Provides feedback on performance appraisals.
• Supervises the development and training of staff.
• Approves paid time off requests (PTO) and ensures human resources policies are followed.
• Coach and mentor staff to accomplish department, functional and personal development goals.
Project Accounting Management:
• With high level goals provided, manages the project accounting function for all sizes of projects of basic to high complexity.
• Performs review and verification of monthly client project revenues for all sizes of projects of basic to high complexity to ensure accuracy of information in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Performs review and analysis of monthly outstanding unbilled and accounts receivables balances.
• Participates in monthly project review calls to identify problems/opportunities with respect to revenue.
• Records adjustments to revenue in enterprise financial system(s). Allocates resources to ensure all group projects are adequately staffed.
• Develops and maintains project accounting policies/procedures and ensures they are kept current, documented, and followed.
Job Title:
Finance Manager – Project Accounting
Group:
HQG
Employment Type:
Regular
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree.
• 8 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience leading a project accounting team in the A/E/C consulting industry.
• Experience leading process improvements and change management for project accounting functions.
• Previous experience leading monthly business reviews, and conducting ad hoc financial reporting.
• Previous experience using a ERP system for financial reporting (Oracle R12, EPBCS).
• Previous experience using analytical software (Qlik, PowerBI).
• Advanced experience with MS Excel and MS Office Suite.
EEO Statement:
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?:
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Site Location:
Illinois - Chicago
Agency Disclaimer:
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Amount of Travel Required:
5%
Assignment Category:
Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available:
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Skills and Abilities:
• Advanced knowledge of project accounting policies, practices, and principles.
• Advanced knowledge of and ability with enterprise financial systems (example: Oracle).
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software (example: Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information:
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Pay Range Minimum:
$105,955
Pay Range Maximum:
$185,411
Additional Compensation:
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Work Location Options:
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Massachusetts Applicants:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.