Take your career to the next level by joining a company that prides itself on sustainability and aims to deliver "the future of environment services." Be part of a finance team with the goal of managing risk while meeting customer needs through a highly efficient and scalable services organization.
About the Company
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision- making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
At Montrose, sustainability is not merely a concept we discuss; it is deeply embedded in the fabric of our business. Our mission is clear: We help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us.
We are committed to creating a positive and lasting impact on our planet and within our society. This commitment translates to integrating sustainability practices into our day-to-day operations. As a provider of environmental sustainability solutions, consulting, and monitoring, we also recognize that our most significant impact stems from the work we do with our clients.
We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
The Role
Montrose is seeking an accomplished and visionary Finance Director, Contract to Cash to establish and lead our CoE for contract lifecycle management within the Southeast finance department. This is a newly created role in which you will build and lead the CoE team. In addition, you will be responsible for developing and implementing best practices, processes, and tools to optimize contract lifecycle management across the organization.
The role reports to the Vice President, Montrose Environmental Services Finance.
About You
The ideal candidate is a finance professional with deep expertise and experience leading delivery of the end-to-end Contract to Cash process. A transformer with strong business acumen, this leader has driven process standardization and continuous improvement within a CoE or business services environment. Leading with energy and a can-do attitude, they work collaboratively and have a track record of bringing people together to drive decision-making and enterprise change. The ability to think strategically and communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders are also imperatives.
Scope
The scope of the role is comprehensive, with a remit that encompasses every aspect of Contract to Cash, from design all the way through operations.
Specifically, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Take responsibility to establish and lead the Contracts Center of Excellence, defining the vision, goals, and roadmap for the CoE in alignment with organizational objectives
Build and lead a high-performance team that delivers the Contract to Cash services to meet or exceed SLAs for timeliness and accuracy and deliver annual savings
Develop and implement standardized processes, templates, and best practices for contract creation, invoicing and contract maintenance within our ERP, and monitoring to ensure efficiency, compliance, and risk mitigation
Provide guidance and support to accounting and finance professionals and project managers across the organization, serving as a subject matter expert on financial processes and contract management best practices
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure contract performance,
financial impact, and compliance, and provide regular reporting and analysis to senior management
Engage senior stakeholders throughout the enterprise to build understanding of customer and business requirements, develop solutions for contracting that meets requirements and balances risk, deal effectively with escalations, and serve business needs, converting input into delivery of Contract to Cash services
Drive change by collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Sales, Operations, and Compliance, to ensure alignment on contract terms, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance
Build an understanding of Montrose markets, strategic business units, and deliverables along with industry trends and competitive strategy outlook in order to create robust contract offerings aligned with business needs
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in contract management and finance, and incorporate best practices and innovations into the CoE's strategy
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the CoE, providing training, coaching, and mentoring to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities Coach and empower team members to independently drive successful outcomes
The successful candidate will oversee a team of approximately 20+ FTEs and be responsible for growing the team as the business needs expand. They will lead the team through the transition to a CoE, including standardizing processes and operating procedures. Post-transition, the leader will align with business stakeholders to meet evolving business needs while continuously improving the capability and applying automation to scale and streamline delivery.
Necessary Qualifications
The successful candidate lives and breathes Contract to Cash management, with the energy and passion to work across functional silos to deliver sustainable value to Montrose. At a minimum, candidate skills must include the following:
Proven track record of establishing and leading Centers of Excellence (CoEs), driving process improvement and innovation within organizations.
Expert in financial principles, including revenue recognition, cost analysis, financial modeling, and financial risk management.
Strategic thinker, able to analyze complex issues and develop actionable plans and solutions to drive business results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to partner with, influence and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including senior management
Strong conflict management and proven interpersonal, negotiating and influencing skills
Able to work in ambiguous situations, proactively identifying and mitigating process risks and driving results in a rapidly evolving business landscape
Excellent, motivational people leader, capable of finding, coaching, and promoting a diverse and inclusive team of top talent
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred.
8+ years of experience in contract management, finance, or related field, with significant experience in a leadership or strategic role; experience leading a CoE is preferred.
Proficient in contract management software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Office suite; experience with Workday ERP, a plus
Location
Due to the requirements to build a high performing team, provide hands on leadership, and engage business stakeholders, this role is based at the Montrose headquarters in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation will be competitive, commensurate with experience, and offering a generous benefits package.
Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $160,000 to $200,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, and credentials
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
401k with a competitive 4% employer match
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
