Finance Director

STV•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$187,748 - $214,569•Hybrid

About The Position

STV is seeking a Finance Director to join our Operations Finance group. This position will be designated as hybrid (3 days week/in office) and can be located in one of the following STV offices: Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Franklin, TN, Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY. The Finance Director is a key member of the Operational Leadership team that provides proactive strategic and financial insights to influence decision-making and offers recommendations to improve overall financial performance. This role will own the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis of their assigned Operating Groups.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in finance.
Strong financial analysis and budgeting skills
Proficiency in financial software and systems
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Leadership and team management experience
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Strong organizational and time management skills
Collaborative approach with cross-functional teams
Proactive and adaptable to change

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred
Preferred experience within the AEC industry

Responsibilities

Partner with the Group President and other leadership to provide oversight on all financial matters within the assigned Operating Groups.
Understand all components and key drivers of financial reports and concisely “tell the story” of the business through numbers
Own the development and management of yearly budgets and quarterly forecasts for assigned Operating Groups, providing strategic insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance
Oversee the month-end close process for assigned Operating Groups, ensuring that revenue recognition aligns with corporate policies. Responsible for timely and accurate financial reporting and closing.
Present Operating Group financials at monthly business reviews with Corporate Leadership
Collaborate with the Project Analyst Lead to understand material project issues and their effect on financials. Actively participate in key project reviews to drive project finance initiatives forward and help address any challenges
Provide coaching and mentorship to financial analyst to support the broader objectives of the business.
Oversee variance analysis, overhead expenditure analysis, and accurate and ongoing maintenance of forecast schedules
Work closely with key stakeholders to create and actively manage an actionable plan to improve DSO and cash collection for assigned Operating Groups
Oversee and update the monthly project revenue forecasts, working closely with Business Development to ensure CRM opportunities are up to date and accurate
Review and provide financial oversight into any pursuits within the Operating Group to ensure pricing is accurate and appropriate margins are achieved
Engage with Corporate Accounting to ensure policies and procedures are being adhered to.
Identify and implement process improvements to optimize financial reporting and accuracy

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships