Director of Finance & Accounting

Department: Corporate/Administrative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlotte, NC

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong rapport with the firm President and Operational leaders including Project Managers. 
• Communicate initiatives, informational requests, and focus areas with the firm President for alignment.
• Lead and manage the day-to-day functions of the accounting department and provide strategic direction and guidance to achieve organizational financial goals.
• Ensure and support an effective Project Review cadence focused on building awareness of and adherence to project budgets.
• Drive thinking around important financial decision making around revenue and EBITDA growth, specifically hiring as it relates to production needs and organic growth goals.
• Oversee, manage, and communicate all aspects of financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. 
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP. 
• Lead the preparation of financial statements, reports, and analysis to provide accurate and timely information to management, stakeholders, and external auditors.
• Manage the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team, fostering a culture of teamwork, communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Partner closely with the President to support the South Region and Trilon Group to set a collaborative and holistic approach to Trilon’s financial needs, including financial reporting, audit, and other compliance requirements.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• Intellectually curious and collaborative demeanor that will facilitate a deeper understanding of the firm and its projects and processes.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, CPA) preferred. 
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience managing financial operations in a corporate setting. Relevant AEC or professional services industry experience preferred. 
•  At least 3 years of experience in a Controller role, overseeing accounting functions and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of all aspects of US GAAP; experience in public accounting preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and develop a high-performing team. 
• Demonstrated history of streamlining processes.
• Experience supporting financial and FAR audits.
•  Understanding of fixed-price/lumpsum, T&M contracts, and other common AEC contract types is preferred.
• Understanding of the ASC 606 revenue recognition method. 
• Understanding of overhead rate calculations for engineering firms. 
•  Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Tools: Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint and Excel proficiency preferred.

We Offer:

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match 
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums 
• Variety of voluntary benefit options 
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account