Director, Division Finance

ACCO Engineered Systems · Pasadena · $165,000–$195,000 (stated in the posting)

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Job Summary:

The Director, Division Finance, is responsible for providing guidance on all financial-related matters for the assigned group/division including accounting-related staff. The Director, Division Finance, will work closely with group/division management, with the oversight of the VP of Accounting, in various office locations with the analysis of financial matters, budgets, job costs, and other related requirements.

Supervises: Senior Manager, Accounts Receivable and Sr. Accountant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Under the direction of the VP of Accounting and in collaboration with the applicable divisional department, monitor and manage all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, budgets, forecasting, and financial and budget reviews, accounts payable, and credit/collections for the Facility Service Group (FSG) and SunBelt Controls (SBC)
• Provide guidance and training on all financial-related matters for the assigned group/division including to related accounting staff. 
• Review monthly reconciliations of accounts as applicable. 
• Act as a point of contact / liaison between group/division and corporate departments. 
• Communicate and coordinate operational activities with Corporate Finance to ensure that these activities are accurately and properly accounted for and budgeted for. 
• Provide support to management in various office locations with the analysis of financial matters, budgets, job revenue and costs, production overhead, SG&A, key performance indicators and other related requirements. 
• Partner with the Project Controls team to establish and maintain standardized procedures for monitoring project budgets, cost impacts, cash flow analysis, and overall project profitability.
• Collaborate with Project Controls to support accurate project-level accounting functions, including WIP (Work in Progress) reporting and project cost tracking on large and complex projects.
• Provide financial analysis on business unit level financial statements inclusive of revenue business units, production overhead business units, tool crib business units, and SG&A business units. 
• Guide Sales Management through the budget cycle providing insight into business unit, salesperson, and product level financial analysis that will help drive strategic planning and initiatives. 
• Drive working capital optimization initiatives by aggressively managing project billing cycles, minimizing underbilling (costs in excess), and ensuring the strategic management of retainage.
• Develop and implement localized financial dashboards to track operational key performance indicators (KPIs) such as labor productivity, equipment utilization, and regional profitability.
• Champion the continuous improvement of operational finance systems and ERP workflows, tailoring financial tools to streamline data entry and visibility for field operations and project managers.
• Support the VP of Accounting in the financial and operational integration of newly acquired divisions or business units, ensuring seamless alignment with corporate accounting standards.
• Oversee incentive calculations and business unit financial statement reporting and analysis.
• Maintain regular communication and provide updates to the VP of Accounting and group/division operational leader for all assigned matters. 
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by upper management. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 
• Public accounting experience preferred. 
• A minimum of 7-9 years of experience in accounting. 
• Strong computer skills - Proficient with Microsoft Office for Windows (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Experience with large-scale ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards, SAP, or Oracle).
• Excellent written and verbal communications. 
• Strong problem solving and customer service skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adjust and interact with all levels of personnel. 
• Ability to manage relationships both internally and externally. 
• Fast paced environment. Incumbents must be multitask-oriented, organized, set priorities and meet deadlines.
   

ACCO Competencies:

• Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.
• Perseverance: Shows wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
• Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
• Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
• Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
• Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
• People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people’s strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand other perspectives.
• Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
• Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
• Big Picture: Understands and contributes to the organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
• Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems in support of personnel, group, department, or organizational objectives.
• Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible, to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
• Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Can take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Lead by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Job Responsibility Level:

People manager with direct reports

Travel Requirements:

Travel required 25% of the time to other office locations.

Hours:

This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. 

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged sitting.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision.

Competitive Wages: 
$165,000-$195,000 annually. Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

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• Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
• What's great about working at ACCO is that we’re a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we’re a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.

ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.  

We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.

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ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.

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