Finance Manager

POSITION PURPOSE


Our client is searching for a Finance Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day financial analysis and oversight of a portfolio of managed facilities throughout the country. They will work directly with the finance team, outside departments and assigned customers to provide excellent financial analysis and reporting as required. The ideal candidate will have a have a proven track record as a financial business partner, superior financial modeling capabilities, and be proficient in the use of financial systems and tools to manage processes and data efficiently.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and prepare internal budgets for each facility in the portfolio
• Work closely with Account Directors, site leaders, and customer representatives to manage costs in accordance with approved budgets
• Review monthly financial results prepared by team members, and collaborate with accounting and operations to maximize financial clarity and minimize noise
• Produce and distribute timely and accurate monthly financial reports for each facility and at a consolidated level including insightful variance analysis commentary
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual internal forecast for each facility in the portfolio
• Prepare and review monthly customer payroll billing and ensure timely and accurate submission of monthly billings to customers in accordance with contract requirements
• Reconcile customer billings to job cost and general ledger monthly
• Provide Account Directors and site leaders with financial information needed for external, customer forecasts
• Conduct weekly meetings with each Account Director to review all relevant financial matters and create plans for follow-up items
• Lead and be an integral part of the periodic business review meetings with the customers' executive management team to report financial results and forecasts of the portfolio
• Document and oversee financial policies and processes for specific customer deliverables
• Review monthly non-billable expenses with Account Directors and site leaders to ensure compliance with agreed upon contract terms
• Prepare and distribute weekly accounts receivable reports for each customer in the portfolio
• Track and maintain accurate financial records for each customer at the purchase order level
• Maintain constant awareness of the business unit's financial position and proactively act to prevent problems
• Assist with process-improvement, automation, systems integration and enhancement projects as assigned
• Assist with other duties as assigned
• Adhere to financial laws and guidelines

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or relevant field, required
• 4-8 years' experience in a similar role, required
• An MBA is a plus, or it can be applied towards the experience requirement
• Previous business partnering, data center, or NetSuite experience is a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
• Strong proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Office and financial management software
• Analytical thinker with the ability to strategize and solve problems
• Superior attention to detail for accurate financial reporting and identification of discrepancies and risks
• Proactive in building trusting relationships and following up on action items
• Customer-focused with a hospitality mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while working independently
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Handle confidential information in a sensitive and professional manner

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work at a computer for the entirety of each working day, required
• Ability and willingness for periodic travel (<10%) to offsite customer locations, required