Director of Finance

Littleton, Massachusetts


Employer: The Middlesex
Industry: First/Mid Officials/Manager
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

Application Instructions
SAFELY Building America's Infrastructure Since 1972

Robert W. Pereira founded The Middlesex Corporation (TMC) in 1972. Through his vision, drive and commitment to Safety, Quality and Excellence, the organization, now encompassing various companies throughout the United States is a leader in the heavy civil construction and paving industries. This year, The Middlesex Corporation was ranked by ENR as the 222nd largest contractor in the country out of more than 35,000 construction companies and 50th of the Top 50 Domestic Heavy Civil Contractors. The Middlesex Corporation is headquartered in Littleton, Massachusetts with regional offices in West Haven, Connecticut and Orlando, Florida.
The sustained success is a result of the Leadership and Team Members living the core values of Safety first in everything we do, Quality in all we offer, Integrity in the way we act and do business, Professionalism in how we represent ourselves and the company, Strong Work Ethic that produces positive results, and Commitment to the Success of all Team Members and Stakeholders.
Our Goal is to sustain our exemplary Safety record while growing into a diversified "Top 100 ENR Company" and being recognized as "One of the Best Places to Work."

Please see HR for information on physical demands and work environment of this job.
Team Member Competitive Benefits:
  • 401k Savings Plan with 25% Company Match
  • Health/Vision/Dental Insurance
  • Life/Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation/Holidays
  • FSA
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Health Care Advocate
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training
  • Team Member Referral Program
Please complete the employment application for consideration of employment with The Middlesex Corporation.
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status.



Position Description
Position Summary:
The Director of Finance manages the day-to-day accounting function and activities including monthly and quarterly financial statement preparation, all facets of the general ledger activity, state and local tax compliance, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Project Accounting.

Responsibilities:
  • Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value - Safety first, in everything we do.
  • Supervises the Finance and Accounting teams.
  • Provides appropriate career building and professional development activities to ensure a climate of growth for all team members.
  • Routinely monitors workplace for areas where growth is needed or possible and where existing resources can be further enhanced.
  • Manage ongoing banking relationships for maximum efficiency.
  • Develop cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash forecast.
  • Oversee the annual insurance renewal process and ensure appropriate coverage is maintained at all times.
  • Ensure appropriate legal review of contracts and solicit external legal advice as required.
  • Manage the payroll function ensuring efficient systems, process and controls.
  • Manage the financial system, ensuing maximum productivity and that it meets the needs of the business today and the future.
  • Oversee the continuous improvement of accounting and financial processes and the development of the team with the goal to achieve best practices and optimal output.
  • Develop and oversee accounting policies and procedures to meet both current and future business models.
  • Oversee the external audit, review and analyze results and recommend for approval the audited financial statements.
  • Prepare the financial section of the annual report.
  • Oversee the cash management function, including banking relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with all internal policies and relevant regulations to ensure filings are completed in a timely manner.
  • Develop and oversee the internal review function to ensure that financial controls and policies are in place and followed.
  • Ensure effective follow up processes are in place.
  • Ensure the team delivers the highest standard of departmental, cross departmental and cross foundation teamwork and customer service.
  • Ensure optimal deployment of resources to achieve business goals.
  • Develop finance and accounting team goals that are fully aligned with the business goals.
  • Lead and coach the team to retain high caliber staff.
  • Provide coaching, guidance and support, set professional development plans to assist team members to reach their full potential through the performance management process.
  • Responsible for financial management reporting for the organization.
  • Present monthly and year-to-date financials with accompanying analysis of results.
  • Develop regular reporting and analysis, including key metrics reports, and conduct ad hoc financial analysis as required.
  • Develop and prepare a monthly management reporting package.
  • Lead the annual business plan development and budgeting process.
  • Provide ongoing financial modeling and analysis expertise to business partners.
  • Lead the financial modeling and analysis to support the development of long term strategic initiatives and business plans.


Position Requirements
Qualifications:
  • BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA and/or CPA highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in the construction industry.
  • Strong working knowledge of accounting procedures and policies.
Necessary Attributes:
  • Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
  • Team player and with good interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage a team in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Dedicated and hard working.
  • Strong leadership qualities.
  • Above average organizational skills.
  • Strong commitment to success of all.
  • Possess a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself.
  • Show quality in everything you do.
  • Lead with integrity while producing high quality work.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The Middlesex Corporation is an "Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities, Females, Veterans and Disabled Persons"


Created: 2024-05-18
Reference: 948
Country: United States
State: Massachusetts
City: Littleton


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