Terracon · 6 hours ago
Regional Finance Coordinator
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm focused on solving engineering and technical challenges. The Regional Finance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating project registration, billing, collections, and procurement practices for the firm.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Responsible for coordinating the accurate and timely project registration, billing, collection and procurement practices for an engineering consulting firm
Under general supervision, prepare timely and accurate billing for routine and non-routine projects in accordance with contractual agreements, accounting standards, internal controls, and within defined billing cycles or client deadlines, ensuring that all billing is internally approved and sent to clients on schedule, attaching all necessary backup
May be responsible for new project registrations or timely review of project registrations completed outside the Regional Finance team, ensuring information matches with contract, purchase order and standard client required information
Assist with opening/closing tasks as needed
Assist with budget management
Add executed change orders to the system
Alert Project Managers to potential budget overages, write downs, and/or Unrecognized Revenue during billing schedule
Create and maintain electronic project files related to financial documentation, which may include contracts, work authorizations, budget tracking, payment applications, client invoices, and internal approvals
Apply company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management and retention
Maintain billing schedule for all projects per contract terms or per schedule arranged with Regional Financial Manager
Initiate billing for all eligible projects per schedule
Create draft invoices per client billing requirements; Send for review and approval to PM’s and additional parties as required by account
When no response from PM during billing timeframe, send email reminders and escalate as required to meet deadlines and financial metrics
Finalize invoices in the billing platform and submit invoice packages, including cover pages, applications for payment, lien waivers, and other applicable backup per client billing requirements. Distribute invoices to external clients through various distribution platforms e.g., mail, email, and client portal uploads
Process WIP removals when appropriate or as requested
Research and resolve routine and non-routine billing questions and discrepancies following standard operating procedures
Perform CMELMS responsibilities assigned to regional finance staff
Perform routine collections efforts which could include phone calls or emails. Communicate with clients regarding past due invoices
Add notes in the collections tool for all collection activities including specifics on invoice submission, expected payment dates, and both internal and external follow-up communications
Follow up on all invoices open past terms/ average days paid
Collaborate with Project Managers, Operational Finance, Corporate Collections, and direct supervisor to resolve outstanding AR issues
Create and approve requisitions for all goods and services, document receipt, and ensure accuracy of project information on invoices
Review all non-PO backed invoices, add project information, and approve invoices
Fill out onboarding forms for new suppliers not currently in procure to pay system
Writing draft checks from office checkbooks
Office credit card reconciliations in expense report portal
Per Diems/Cash Advances
Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree with a minimum of 2 years' related experience. Or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years' related experience
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and coordination abilities
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Holidays
Education reimbursement
Various bonus programs
Company
Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients.
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