Director of Accounting Position Available In Ouachita, Louisiana

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Req ID:

6063

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1Achieve more inyour career with the nation’s leading specialty concretecontractor. At Baker Construction, you’ll be part of a team thatprioritizes people, invests in their development, and offersunparalleled opportunities for professional growth. In this role,you’ll be integral to building the future of our country and ourcompany. You’ll collaborate across diverse teams, have a hand insignificant projects, and dive headfirst into complex challengeswith the best in the industry. If you are driven to do more andhave the grit to follow through, you’ll have everything you need todefine your career on your terms.

Make a meaningful impact with ateam that values ambition and rewards initiative. Apply today andbe more with Baker.

SummaryThe Director of Accounting is responsiblefor the Company’s Financial Accounting and Internal/ExternalReporting, and Tax. This includes overseeing the company’s externaland internal financial reporting, internal financialpolicies/controls, U.S. GAAP and regulatory compliance, andaccounting requirements. This position reports to the VP Accountingand Treasury and leads Job Cost, General Ledger, and Tax teamdelivery of its mission to be a solutions provider tointernal/external customers & stakeholders. This includes ensuringcustomer intimacy, innovation, stewardship, & business partneringto meet stakeholder and regulatory requirements.

Roles andResponsibilitiesThe Director of Accounting will perform thefollowing duties in a safe, productive, and effectivemanner:

Oversees activities related to accounting, financialcontrols, and external audit for the company, ensuring theeffectiveness & adequacy of accounting and control systemsEnsuresan adequate accounting system to maintain books/recordsManagestimely and accurate preparation, review, and analysis of thefinancial statements for regulatory and management reportingEnsuresunderstanding of key changes, trends, key accruals, ratios, &unique transactionsPrepares executive-level reports, analytics, andad hoc financial insightsEnsures appropriate reporting andanalyticsOversees internal control systems to ensure accuracy,reliability, and consistency in financial reporting. Oversee riskmanagement activitiesEnsures compliance with accounting & reportingstandards such as external (GAAP), internal policies/procedures ⋚al requirementsMonitors external accounting standards changes,laws and regulations, & ensures complianceRequires that hourlyrates are actively maintained & compliant with GAAP to ensureappropriate

SGA / COGS

accounting and reportingOversees processesto optimize GL and phase code accuracyCoordinates externalfinancial audits and ensure that the organization’s financialpractices meet regulatory requirementsCollaborates with externalauditorsImplements and monitors corrective actions based on auditfindings. Performs internal auditsOversees the tax system ≺ocesses to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local whileoptimizing tax planning strategies. Ensures state registrations &licenses are in placeEnsures a continuous improvement culture,actively connected with external organizations to understandrelevant process and technology trends & best practicesEngagesregion market leads and directs reports on discovery, ROI, and anyneeded change managementPartners with IT teams such asunderstanding project needs, return on investment, prioritization,and implementationSupports VP Accounting and Treasury on Accountingdue diligence and integration of targetsSupports on purchase pricesettlements such as validating accuracy of working capital andearn-out calculationsOversees the consolidation process whileassisting in streamlining accounting processes and controlsBusinessPartners with key stakeholders by supporting their needs andrequirements while ensuring an effective/efficient team. Thisincludes L3 Market Leads, Region Finance Leads, and FP&AManagesanalytics and reporting needs of various external stakeholders:banks, insurance, audit and tax organizationsLeads and develops astrong team to deliver the department mission and goals whileensuring the appropriate qualifications, capability development,and performance management.

Supervises direct reports and keyprocesses to ensure timely, complete, and accurate work. Review keymaterials in advance of communication to internal leadership andexternal stakeholdersDevelops and implements metric-drivenprocesses to improve efficiency. Manage budgetsProvides direction,coaching, feedback, and support to direct reports to maximizeindividual and overall department performanceAssists direct reportsin developing short and long-term goalsPerforms timely performancereviews and progress reviews with constructive coaching andfeedbackEnsures continuity of department deliverables andresultsRequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting with a minimumof 15 years of accounting experience; experience at a large publicaccounting firm is preferredCPA required, Masters in Accounting orMBA a plusFamiliarity with percentage of completionaccountingProficiency in Microsoft Office Programs such as Word,Excel, and PowerPointProficiency in analyzing, customizing, andmodifying spreadsheets to meet specific needsBasic understanding ofconstruction ERP softwareThe following competencies are needed tosuccessfully perform this job:

Ability to effectively communicatefinancial information and respond to questions from managers andexecutives within the CompanyAbility to apply advanced mathematicalconcepts to the operation of the companiesAbility to createmathematical formulasAbility to create and review departmentbudgetsAbility to work with all levels of co-workers in a teamenvironmentAbility to negotiateAbility to confidently lead, direct,and exhibit managerial courageAbility to maintain high level ofconfidentialityAbility to read, analyze, interpret, and draftcomplex documentsAbility to handle multiple prioritiessimultaneouslyAbility to analyze problems to determine root causesand determine best course of action for effectiveresolutionsAbility to interpret financial data and make informeddecisions based on the dataMay require occasional visits toconstruction sites/ construction trailers while following standardOSHA safety requirementsAt Baker Construction, we welcome those whoare driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewardedwith great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make yourmark. This is an opportunity to own your future while workingalongside co-workers who are united in our purpose to build betterstructures and better lives. Go further with an industry leaderthat puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit toachieve greatness.

Baker is an EOE Disability/VeteransEmployer.

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