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Regional Finance Representative

Terracon • Chattanooga, TN • 6d ago

36408BR

Service Line:

Office Management/Administration

Office Name:

Chattanooga

Job Description:

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for coordinating the accurate and timely project registration, billing, collection and procurement practices for an engineering consulting firm.

Under immediate supervision, prepare routine billing for designated 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.

Project Setup, Review and Maintenance

Assist with timely review of project registrations, completed both inside and outside the Regional Finance team, ensuring information matches with contract, purchase order and standard client required information.

Assist with opening/closing tasks as needed.

Add executed change orders to the system.

Maintain assigned 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.

Billing/ WIP Management

Assist Regional Finance team members with maintaining billing schedule for all projects per contract terms or per schedule arranged with Regional Finance Manager.

Initiate billing for all eligible projects per schedule.

Generate draft invoices per client billing requirements; send for appropriate internal review and approvals prior to sending to PM's and additional parties as required by account.

When no response from PM during billing timeframe, escalate within Regional Finance team appropriately or work directly with PM.

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.

Assist with CMELMS responsibilities assigned to regional finance staff.

Collections

Under immediate supervision, 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.

Procurement

Fill out onboarding forms for new suppliers not currently in procure to pay system.

Create requisitions for all goods or services purchases.

Create receipts for invoices once the good or service is received, and the invoice is correct.

Office credit card reconciliations in expense report portal.

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.

Requirements:

Associate's degree in related field. Or in lieu of a degree, a

high school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years' accounting related experience.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Good communication skills for internal coordination.

Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines.

Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Exemption:

Non-exempt

Requisition ID:

36408BR

Posting Title:

Regional Finance Representative

Employment Type:

Regular, Full Time

City, State (Office Location):

Chattanooga, TN

About Terracon:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement:

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Job Category:

Administrative

Expected Salary Range:

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. *For California residents please note: A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required for positions that require driving.

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