Regional Programs Manager, Project Accounting (Manager Level)

ERM is looking for a Regional Programs Manager, Project Accounting. This is a key role that serves:

• The business though efficient invoicing and project financial support.
• Project Managers and Partners by ensuring the Project Accounting team provides a high level of service.
• The business by focusing on meeting key WIP and DSO metrics.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with Financial Controller to provide a high level of service to Project Managers by focusing on efficient invoicing, quality, Project Accounting training, and process guidelines.
• Manage team of Project Accountant Supervisors supporting North America Business.
• Develop operational metrics highlighting areas of focus and develop measures for success.
• Monitor, create, and drive initiatives to reduce WIP and DSO.
• Manage team workloads and analyze portfolios to establish highly productive work environment.
• Liaison between Operational and Finance functions as needed.
• Collaborate with PCS Manager to maintain and enhance Project Accounting guidelines, processes, and procedures.
• Manage North America Project Accounting invoicing performance.
• Manage to close week deadlines for revenue recognition.
• Provide periodic employee performance feedback and goal setting.
• Provide recommendations to management to improve team performance and satisfaction.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors in Accounting from an accredited university preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 5+ years of project accounting experience; professional services experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel and experience using mid- to high-level accounting software packages (such as BST, Deltek, Oracle).
• Ability to work with minimal direction in a highly collaborative manner to meet required deadlines and perform all necessary tasks.
• “Hands-on” professional with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• A process oriented problem solver with a focus on the internal and external clients.

For the Regional Programs Manager, Project Accounting (Manager Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $77,278 – $125,177 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!