Financial Operations Manager 1

GAI is seeking a Financial Operations Leader to join our team. Working with the Business Unit Leadership, you would be primarily responsible for providing financial reporting for the Power and Energy business unit; lead project controls efforts for several key accounts; and assist in business planning / monitoring. This position requires prior finance experience with strong knowledge and hands-on experience in financial performance reports; monitoring and tracking the progress of project work relative to established budgets; working with Program/Project Managers to proactively identify project budget and schedule problems and implement corrective actions; and preparation of cost accruals, estimates to complete and estimates at completion.

Expected Commitments

30% - 50%: Key account performance monitoring including.

• Client Contract Financial Review & Analysis

• Rate Analysis and Development

• Financial Performance

30% - 50%: Business unit reporting support including.

• Business Unit Budget Process - Analysis and Support

• AR/WIP Review and Support

• Supporting Monthly BS/Division Financial Performance Meetings

• Project Controls Support on Large BS Contracts

10%: Operational improvement programs

10%: Ad hoc financial model development

40% Utilization

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead recurring business unit financial performance reporting; evaluating net project revenue, factor, utilization, EBITDA; AR/WIP/Write-off monitoring, coordination, resolution; and related ad-hoc analysis efforts.

• Assist in financial modeling for long term contract arrangements, inclusive of developing rate model / analysis, based upon active (or anticipated) staff.

• Prepare and monitor business unit budgets, inclusive of direct labor, operational expenses, and resource commitments.

• Lead backlog data recurring reporting, inclusive of soft and hard backlog; support staff planning efforts and possible recalibrations; and develop alignment model (backlog demand to staff need).

• Prepare, monitor, and report on key accounts; develop associated dashboards; prepare client accruals; analyze for health / risk; and initiate corrective measures, as necessary.

• Prepares progress reporting; produces specialized reports, cost reports, contract reports and cash flows; and develops, reviews and analyzes project specific reports.

• Provides guidance and consultation to project managers in the areas of organization, administration and financial management.

• Lead / mentor project controls and accounting professionals.

• Work in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Consistently adhere to and enforce internal Company processes and policies such as business and contracting rules.

Communication, Teamwork and Leadership

• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills, including negotiation of critical issues and effective persuasive communication. Demonstrates financial acumen and familiarity with financial issues. Experience in providing guidance and consultation to Project Managers/Directors in the areas of project financial management and contract management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Management, Supervision and Guidance

• Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of financial analysis and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff.

Education, Traits, and/or Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• MBA Preferred

Certification/Licensure

• None

Experience

• 12 years of experience.

Language Skills

• English as a first language or demonstrated verbal and written skills in English as a second language. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability todemonstrate strong writing/communication skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups ofmanagers, clients, customers, and the public.

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of various software programs which may include job-specific software; Accounting software; HRIS software; ATS software; Database software; Internet software; Project Management software; and Word Processing software.
• Must be proficient in the use of Deltek Enterprise Software and Microsoft Excel.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current, valid Driver's License.

Other Qualifications

• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check as well as possible post-hire, client-based background checks asrequired.
• Must be willing to work in a drug free environment and agree to drug and alcohol testing if required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job including working on a computer, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15pounds.

Based upon assignment,

• Employee may be required to wear appropriate PPE including hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, fall protection, etc.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel Requirements

• Must pass MVR check to be confirmed as insurable to drive on company time/company vehicles; must be willing to travel asrequired by job.

Background Check

• Must pass background check.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Why GAI:

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

GAI Consultants, Inc. is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion by fostering a workforce that represents different communities, cultures, and viewpoints. We will continue to build mutual trust and respect where employees are empowered to share their diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Masters of Finance (preferred)
Bachelors of Finance (required)

12 years: Lead recurring business unit financial performance reporting; evaluating net project revenue, factor, utilization, EBITDA; AR/WIP/Write-off monitoring, coordination, resolution; and related ad-hoc analysis efforts. (required)

Driver's License (required)