Dir Finance & Controls

Overview

Henkels & McCoy West, LLC (“HW”), a MasTec subsidiary, is a full-service engineering and construction company providing utility infrastructure solutions to its government and commercial customers. HW service offerings include Consulting & Planning, Engineering & Design, Construction Management, EPC/Design Build, Program Management, and extensive Field Construction Services.  HW is a utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for North America's Power, Oil & Gas Pipeline, Gas Distribution, and Communications markets.  HW is also a founding member of the ET&D Partnership, a collaborative industry partnership working to reduce fatalities, injuries, and illnesses in the construction industry, and is currently recruiting for a Director of Finance in Pomona, CA.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to join HW. The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in managing the company's financial operations, planning, reporting, and analysis. This management position requires exceptional financial expertise, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the construction industry.

Management Responsibilities

Direct reports may include Project Controller Leads, Financial Analysts, Procurement Supervisor, Payroll Supervisor, and Accounts Payable Supervisor.

Position Summary

This management position for Henkels & McCoy is responsible for financial oversight. This oversight includes but is not limited to, financial reporting, management of finances, administrative support, fiscal forecasting, financial analysis, regional audit activities, and various compliance activities. This position also has a responsibility as a liaison between the entity and Mastec West, LLC, the Parent Company. Concerning the governance responsibilities described below, this position has a matrixed reporting relationship to the Controller of Mastec West.

This position requires strong financial and administrative management skills and the ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization and external stakeholders and customers.

• will be prepared no later than 30 days after the project kick-off meetings and reviewed and updated monthly.
• In conjunction with the Regional Project Management Office, reviews the project financials, performs an independent financial analysis of earned values, and identifies potential risks. Once these risk items are placed, ensure that administration and project recovery plans are developed and followed.
• Support corporate audit function to ensure the adequacy of internal controls for financial transactions.
• Assure effective implementation of the HW JDE for all customer contracts, and provide training and oversight as required.
• Review project setup and cost tracking with operations groups at the project level.
• Coordinate with project teams to negotiate and approve change orders and assist with billing/collection issues.
• Regularly communicate the status of regional financial performance to management and vested stakeholders.
• Coordinate with other Company financial personnel to ensure consistency in financial reporting across - lines of business.
• Actively participate in all monthly Project Status Review meetings.
• Develop, implement, and maintain all required weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting.
• Ensure project cost and revenue budgets are accurate for use in calculating backlog and revenue recognition
• Manage customer and regulatory requests for audits in conjunction with corporate management.

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Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

Provides a solid internal financial management environment. In HW, the Director of Finance ensures that management controls are developed and followed and that financial reporting is accurate and timely.

• Provides financial analyses. Ensures that the project budget adjustments, including “write-ups and write-downs,” follow sound economic principles.
• Directly works with and assists the Line of Business leadership and the proposal managers to ensure that all projects over $10M in value develop and execute administration plans through a contingency mitigation framework. These plans will be prepared no later than 30 days after the project kick-off meetings and reviewed and updated monthly.
• In conjunction with the Regional Project Management Office, reviews the project financials, performs an independent financial analysis of earned values, and identifies potential risks. Once these risk items are placed, ensure that administration and project recovery plans are developed and followed.
• Support corporate audit function to ensure the adequacy of internal controls for financial transactions.
• Assure effective implementation of the HW JDE for all customer contracts, and provide training and oversight as required.
• Review project setup and cost tracking with operations groups at the project level.
• Coordinate with project teams to negotiate and approve change orders and assist with billing/collection issues.
• Regularly communicate the status of regional financial performance to management and vested stakeholders.
• Coordinate with other Company financial personnel to ensure consistency in financial reporting across - lines of business.
• Actively participate in all monthly Project Status Review meetings.
• Develop, implement, and maintain all required weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting.
• Ensure project cost and revenue budgets are accurate for use in calculating backlog and revenue recognition
• Manage customer and regulatory requests for audits in conjunction with corporate management.

In conjunction with the Project Management Office, develop and implement process improvements and best practices across all lines of business and regional offices to improve operational effectiveness.

• Measure, monitor, and direct work progress relative to identified goals for timeliness, efficiency, and customer orientation.
• Coordinate the review of Contracts, Subcontracts, Insurance certificate requests, and POs for compliance with company requirements.
• Create and implement strategies to reduce costs by efficiently using shared services.

Establish an effective administrative capability supporting company performance, efficiency, and profitability goals.

• Support HW Project Management Methodology by providing strong project-level controls and appropriate project-level financial and administrative staffing and training.
• Develop, implement, and manage administrative policies and procedures and ensure consistency across all lines of business. Actively participate in the development of staff, taking a significant role in charting the career advancement of subordinates to ensure they reach their full potential.
• Support a culture where HW core values are the foundation of how clients, employees, vendors, and subcontractors work together to attain organizational business goals.
• Ensure all direct reports are engaged and embrace HW’s Safety Culture.
• Monitor department productivity against the current project and business needs and forecast staffing needs to optimize resources. Establish and monitor training and mentoring programs for financial and support staff.

Manages budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure adequate financial, assets, and people resources are in place to meet performance and financial objectives.

• Manage budgeting and forecasting process.
• Ensure visibility of backlog of work-in-progress and upcoming opportunities to facilitate resource planning.
• Support annual capital expenditures budget and the disposition of assets.
• Financial ownership of annual equipment replacement and additions budget.
• Participates in the review of proposals and estimates to ensure reasonable Overhead cost assumptions are utilized.

Delivers timely and accurate financial analysis to enhance and support effective and profitable business outcomes.

• Provide status of regional financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Provide recommendations and advice to the region’s senior management regarding improvements to financial performance.
• Develop large project Financial Profiles with actual versus budget on cost components.
• Monitor weekly job cost reports and provide variance reports and recommendations.
• Develop Pro-forma overhead calculations in support of significant project proposals.
• Develop detailed strategic plans for various initiatives as directed by management.
• Coordinate real estate issues for the entity in conjunction with management.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education

• BS in accounting, finance, or related business, engineering, or construction disciplines
• CPA strongly preferred

Experience

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles and practices.
• Proficient in financial management software and advanced MS Excel Skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

As the Financial Controller, you will be integral to our company’s success. Your expertise in financial management and understanding of the construction industry will contribute to our sustainable growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. If you are a highly motivated individual passionate about finance and construction, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact.

Henkels & McCoy West, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Salary : $10 - $0