GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders
Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis – Design Entities
GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, Greenville, South Carolina, us, 29610
Overview
DPR Construction is rapidly growing their ability to design and engineer the work that DPR and its prefabrication groups perform. Our engineering firm, GPLA, is a leading firm in the field of structural engineering, dedicated to delivering innovative and efficient solutions for a wide range of construction projects. Integrated Design to Build Services (IDtBS), another DPR company, also provides technical design support to DPR and its related entities. We are seeking a
Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis – Design Entities
(Manager of FP&A) to be responsible for the GPLA and IDtBS business financials and other duties as requested. The Manager of FP&A will partner with GPLA and IDtBS leaders, core teams, and other F&A leaders to drive consistent processes and accurate financials. Responsibilities
Lead in a shared leadership environment prioritizing positive influence over command and control. Ensure the function is organized to scale for growth, including identifying and implementing process improvements and effectively using data and technology. Perform forward-looking business scenario analysis to inform leadership of potential opportunities, risks, and operational needs. Support Design Entities strategies, ensuring alignment with long-term company objectives. Stay current with trends and opportunities to provide insights into the future. Assist and support the financial and accounting results at GPLA and IDtBS, including multiple locations (GPLA West and East; IDtBS West and East). Be a strategic business partner to GPLA and IDtBS leadership and core team members. Report timely and accurate monthly financial information with an evaluation of risks and opportunities for projects to GPLA, IDtBS and DPR Enterprise F&A. Direct day-to-day operational accounting for GPLA & IDtBS. Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, local regulations, and internal controls. Support the annual Business Planning process and lead Finance initiatives for process improvements within accounting. Provide analysis of financial position to help drive strategic decisions. Financials – Specific Areas of Focus
Manage and update the WIP schedule monthly for Leadership review, including evaluating the health of projects. Prepare draft financials, attend monthly project review meetings, finalize monthly financial packages, and submit to DPR Enterprise F&A. Generate monthly MDAs for Design Entities leadership review and alignment. Assist in preparing backlog data, based on booked and unbooked work, backlog, CRM opportunities and market projections. Review overhead cost trends and investigate unusual trends. Monitor utilization rates for direct labor and overhead; update overhead and labor rates and participate in annual reviews. Customize financial reports in the system based on operations requirements. ERP management, including reports, general ledger, processes, chart of accounts setup, and financial statement mapping. Review financial details of new projects and contracts to ensure accuracy with terms sold prior to adding to the monthly financial report. Support ad hoc analysis as requested. Attend Leadership meetings and inform on financials and other requested information. Accounting
Understand key owner contract provisions affecting accounting (billing terms, rates, incentives, penalties, contingency use, audit provisions, etc.). Understand POC accounting and BIE/CIE issues; communicate issues with project teams and Leadership. Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the Accountant. Drive best practices for accounting and the Enterprise. Follow up with project teams on invoice timeliness and collections. Cash flow analysis — assess internal cash flow capacity and forecast future cash needs to support decisions. General
Critical thinkers with problem-solving skills using research and analytics. Proactive in identifying trends and issues upstream. Provide regular and thorough communication with leaders. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Build strong working relationships and a positive work environment. Demonstrate strong organizational skills and time management. Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency. Education/Experience
10+ years practicing accounting and/or finance support. BS in Accounting or related field (finance, audit, tax). Proficiency with accounting software applications. Construction or design industry experience is preferred. EPM/Oracle, ERP (Ajera experience is a plus). Experience working with multiple stakeholders. Note: DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor with offices around the world. This description reflects current expectations and does not imply a contract for employment.
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DPR Construction is rapidly growing their ability to design and engineer the work that DPR and its prefabrication groups perform. Our engineering firm, GPLA, is a leading firm in the field of structural engineering, dedicated to delivering innovative and efficient solutions for a wide range of construction projects. Integrated Design to Build Services (IDtBS), another DPR company, also provides technical design support to DPR and its related entities. We are seeking a
Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis – Design Entities
(Manager of FP&A) to be responsible for the GPLA and IDtBS business financials and other duties as requested. The Manager of FP&A will partner with GPLA and IDtBS leaders, core teams, and other F&A leaders to drive consistent processes and accurate financials. Responsibilities
Lead in a shared leadership environment prioritizing positive influence over command and control. Ensure the function is organized to scale for growth, including identifying and implementing process improvements and effectively using data and technology. Perform forward-looking business scenario analysis to inform leadership of potential opportunities, risks, and operational needs. Support Design Entities strategies, ensuring alignment with long-term company objectives. Stay current with trends and opportunities to provide insights into the future. Assist and support the financial and accounting results at GPLA and IDtBS, including multiple locations (GPLA West and East; IDtBS West and East). Be a strategic business partner to GPLA and IDtBS leadership and core team members. Report timely and accurate monthly financial information with an evaluation of risks and opportunities for projects to GPLA, IDtBS and DPR Enterprise F&A. Direct day-to-day operational accounting for GPLA & IDtBS. Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, local regulations, and internal controls. Support the annual Business Planning process and lead Finance initiatives for process improvements within accounting. Provide analysis of financial position to help drive strategic decisions. Financials – Specific Areas of Focus
Manage and update the WIP schedule monthly for Leadership review, including evaluating the health of projects. Prepare draft financials, attend monthly project review meetings, finalize monthly financial packages, and submit to DPR Enterprise F&A. Generate monthly MDAs for Design Entities leadership review and alignment. Assist in preparing backlog data, based on booked and unbooked work, backlog, CRM opportunities and market projections. Review overhead cost trends and investigate unusual trends. Monitor utilization rates for direct labor and overhead; update overhead and labor rates and participate in annual reviews. Customize financial reports in the system based on operations requirements. ERP management, including reports, general ledger, processes, chart of accounts setup, and financial statement mapping. Review financial details of new projects and contracts to ensure accuracy with terms sold prior to adding to the monthly financial report. Support ad hoc analysis as requested. Attend Leadership meetings and inform on financials and other requested information. Accounting
Understand key owner contract provisions affecting accounting (billing terms, rates, incentives, penalties, contingency use, audit provisions, etc.). Understand POC accounting and BIE/CIE issues; communicate issues with project teams and Leadership. Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations prepared by the Accountant. Drive best practices for accounting and the Enterprise. Follow up with project teams on invoice timeliness and collections. Cash flow analysis — assess internal cash flow capacity and forecast future cash needs to support decisions. General
Critical thinkers with problem-solving skills using research and analytics. Proactive in identifying trends and issues upstream. Provide regular and thorough communication with leaders. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Build strong working relationships and a positive work environment. Demonstrate strong organizational skills and time management. Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency. Education/Experience
10+ years practicing accounting and/or finance support. BS in Accounting or related field (finance, audit, tax). Proficiency with accounting software applications. Construction or design industry experience is preferred. EPM/Oracle, ERP (Ajera experience is a plus). Experience working with multiple stakeholders. Note: DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor with offices around the world. This description reflects current expectations and does not imply a contract for employment.
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