What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager position at The Quest Organization?
The Financial & Controls Manager supports leadership by managing financial planning, project controls, and analysis to drive strategy and decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Develop the annual financial plan and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
- Conduct financial scenario planning and quarterly forecasts to identify risks and opportunities.
- Oversee spending plans and resource allocation for efficiency and productivity.
- Work with project managers to track progress, forecast costs, and manage billing/collections.
- Prepare monthly financial reports with insights on project status and overall performance.
- Provide financial analysis to support goal setting, market strategy, and operations.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and accurate cost reporting.
- Assist in project planning, budgeting, and schedule development.
- Monitor financial risks and recommends mitigation strategies.
- Support pricing, contract negotiations, and financial reporting for projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or construction management
- 5 years at a project-driven business including cost accounting.
- 3 years of direct scheduling and cost engineering experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite of programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Strong understanding of job cost and construction accounting principles and processes
- ERP experience is required, Vista preferred
- MBA, and/or other advanced certification (CCFIP, CMA, CPA) a plus.
Salary : $110,000 - $140,000
