Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance ManagerReporting to the US Civils CFO, the Senior Finance Manager will be managing various finance transformation projects across our national business as well as assist in executive reporting to UK parent company. This role will be partnering with our VP Controller and VP of Finance as well as various other functions in bettering the company's process, controls, sharing of best practices, and systems usage.Essential FunctionsFinancial / Accounting ResponsibilitiesLead initiatives aligned with the business's goals. Identify areas for improvement and optimize financial processes, increase visibility of relevant data, and drive automation and digitizationProactively recognize and assist in rolling out best practices across our various regions for continuous improvement in financial processes, tools and systemsDevelop and execute training programs to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and systemsMonitor and report on the progress of finance transformation projects and track performance against targetsPlay a critical role in developing, monitoring, and reporting on various risk identification and reporting needsReview complex processes, calculations, and exposures and communicate results to leadershipAssist business with our Gated Business Lifecycle templates and processes (e.g. bid proposals)Assist CFO and CEO in executive reporting upstream to UK parent; including monthly CEO reports, quarterly business reviews, board meetings and other ad hoc strategy updatesPromote Customer RelationsBuild effective relationships with internal customers that reflect and support company core values and meet or exceed the customer's expectationsStrive to continually seek feedback and improve services / tools / department deliverablesLeadership and Employee DevelopmentSupport our People-first culture behaviors – Talk Positively, Collaborate Relentlessly, Encourage Constantly, Make a Difference, Value EveryoneServe as a role model and promote professional behaviorParticipate in and support company training programs and commit to personal developmentWorking ConditionsThis role is based in Dallas and would qualify for a flexible work arrangementPeriodic travel to US offices and jobsites would be required, up to 25% of timeEducation, Experience, and KnowledgeExperience in project management or client service (e.g. consulting, assurance, etc)CPA preferred8+ years of finance / accounting experience with strong knowledge of finance processes (financial planning and analysis, accounting, budgeting and reporting)Strong communication and presentation skills including ability to clearly and concisely obtain and relay informationExcellent project management skills with a track record of successfully delivering complex finance initiativesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindsetSuccess-oriented, self-motivating, high energy, and confident personality that can interact with and influence all levels including senior managementContinuous learning mindset and passionate about processes and technologyTeam player with open, positive attitude and respect for others and a strong customer focusDemonstrate proficiency using Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office, Outlook, Teams)