Finance Manager

ECNS Global Consultants PLLC•Charlotte, NC

4d•$110,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Manager oversees ECNS Global Consultants’ financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, project financial performance, and financial controls. The role works closely with executive leadership, project management, and administrative teams to provide accurate financial information, support effective financial planning, and promote responsible management of company resources. As a key financial resource, the Finance Manager provides analysis and guidance to support business decisions, improve project profitability, strengthen internal controls, and support company growth. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt, in-office position in Charlotte, North Carolina. Hybrid work may be considered after a 90-day probationary period. The role reports to the Vice President of Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
At least 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, financial management, or a related field.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
Experience overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and financial reconciliations.
Experience supporting project-based, engineering, consulting, construction, or professional services work.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across departments and leadership.
High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and financial or accounting systems.
Ability to communicate effectively by phone, video, and email and to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or another relevant professional certification.
Previous experience in a financial leadership or management role.
Experience working with project financials, labor utilization, project costs, and profitability.
Experience establishing or improving financial processes and internal controls.
Knowledge of project-based financial management, cost tracking, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day financial and accounting activities and maintain accurate, timely financial information and records.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports; support month-end and year-end close and reconciliations.
Monitor revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and other financial indicators; analyze trends, risks, opportunities, and variances.
Provide executive leadership with financial reporting and analysis to support strategic and operational decisions.
Lead development and maintenance of annual budgets and forecasts, monitor performance against them, and communicate significant variances.
Work with department and project leaders to develop realistic financial projections and update forecasts for project activity, staffing, revenue expectations, and business conditions.
Support long-term financial planning and company growth initiatives.
Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, labor costs, expenses, billing, revenue, and profitability, from project setup through closeout.
Partner with Project Managers and leadership to address project financial variances, track costs, analyze margins, and identify opportunities to improve project performance.
Ensure project financial information is accurately reflected in company financial records.
Oversee customer invoicing and accounts receivable; monitor outstanding balances, aging, and collections, and help resolve billing discrepancies.
Review billing for accuracy and alignment with project and contractual requirements, and support timely project invoicing and revenue tracking.
Oversee accounts payable and vendor payments; monitor expenses, review significant or unusual transactions, and support compliance with expense and purchasing procedures.
Support allocation of expenses to appropriate projects, departments, and cost centers, corporate credit card reconciliation, and maintenance of transaction documentation.
Monitor cash flow and short-term financial needs; develop cash flow forecasts and provide leadership with visibility into cash position and anticipated requirements.
Monitor customer receipts, vendor payments, payroll obligations, and other significant cash requirements; identify cash flow risks and recommend actions.
Support banking and other financial relationships as assigned.
Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, internal controls, documentation, and approval practices.
Monitor compliance with company financial policies and accounting procedures and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, reporting, and efficiency.
Coordinate with external accountants, tax professionals, auditors, and other financial service providers; support tax preparation, audits, and regulatory or reporting requirements.
Coordinate with Human Resources to support accurate and timely payroll processing and review financial information related to payroll, bonuses, commissions, reimbursements, and other compensation payments.
Support payroll reconciliations, recording of payroll expenses, staffing and compensation forecasts, and compliance with tax reporting and withholding requirements.
Provide financial guidance to leadership, Project Managers, and department leaders, communicating clearly with financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Establish expectations and accountability for financial processes and support the development and documentation of finance procedures and workflows.
Partner with Human Resources, Operations, Engineering, Field Services, and other departments on financial matters.
Promote accuracy, accountability, confidentiality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.