Terracon

Regional Financial Analyst

Terracon • $80K — $95K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with 5 years of experience or 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Knowledge of contract review, revenue recognition, project billing, cost tracking, and profitability analysis.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical skills.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis tools.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities; adept at managing multiple priorities.
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities are essential.
  • Adaptable to changing workflows and business needs.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee accurate and timely invoicing for complex regional projects or clients.
  • Support escalated invoicing and reporting activities for Corporate or Operational Finance staff.
  • Coordinate and prioritize workload within the Regional Finance Team, assigning projects as needed.
  • Interpret project contracts for billing and revenue recognition impacts on financials.
  • Collaborate with Project Management to ensure proper documentation for revenue recognition.
  • Resolve invoicing status inquiries from various departments and follow up effectively.
  • Conduct quality assurance audits on invoicing and collection activities.
  • Provide exceptional internal and external client service and foster collaboration.
  • Engage in data analysis as requested by team members.
  • Participate in meetings to provide updates on invoicing and reporting issues.
  • Assist in testing billing applications and systems as needed.
  • Help create training materials and educate staff to enhance team knowledge.
  • Contribute to Operations Accounting initiatives and ERP system improvements.
  • Support company initiatives around Pricing Tool adoption.
  • Ensure adherence to safety guidelines and report any concerns.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plan options.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Flexible working hours or remote work options, if applicable.
  • Supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsible for overseeing the accuracy and timely completion of invoicing activities for complex regional projects or clients for an engineering consulting firm. Proficient in Accounting concepts, practices, systems, and procedures related to invoicing and revenue recognition. Partners with IT and other Accounting & Finance departments on invoicing activities and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the accuracy and timely completion of invoicing activities for complex regional projects or clients. Proficient in Accounting concepts, practices, systems, and procedures related to invoicing and revenue recognition.
  • Support other Corporate or Operational Finance staff members with escalated invoicing and reporting activities.
  • Assist with the coordination of the workload of the Regional Finance Team and assign special projects as needed. Proactively and effectively prioritize workload and complete or delegate tasks to best meet appropriate deadlines.
  • Read and understand project contracts related to billing and revenue recognition and communicate how contractual language impacts project financials.
  • Work with Project Management and other Corporate departmental employees to ensure acceptable evidence of arrangement documentation exists for revenue recognition.
  • Resolve questions from operations and other departments regarding invoicing status and follow up.
  • Perform comprehensive quality assurance audits and quality control on invoicing and collections activities.
  • Provide excellent internal and external client service by maintaining a positive and professional attitude while leading towards a collaborative solution while interacting by phone, email, chat, or in person.
  • Perform data analysis as needed/requested by other team members within region or company.
  • Participate in meetings with management for invoicing, reporting updates, and other issues.
  • Participate in billing application and overall system testing as appropriate and requested.
  • Partner with Corporate Billing Support on creating training materials and provide training for staff to increase knowledge and professional growth.
  • Actively participate in Operations Accounting initiatives, ERP system improvements, and ad hoc projects as assigned in coordination by Regional and Corporate leadership.
  • Support company initiatives related but not limited to Pricing Tool adoption for quote and project creation.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and a minimum of 5 years' experience within the field. Or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience.
  • Experience with accounting principles, including contract review, revenue recognition, project billing, cost tracking, and profitability analysis.
  • Demonstrates competence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, communication and technical skills.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formula, functions, pivot tables, data analysis tools, and reporting techniques.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Flexible and adaptable to the changing workflow and needs of the business.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP or similar enterprise financial systems.
  • Experience supporting engineering, consulting, or project-based businesses.
  • Familiarity with project lifecycle financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.


About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ
* Ladders Estimates

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