Director of Accounting (Hybrid) at Montrose Environmental Group Inc. in Little Rock, Arkansas

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU



Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as the Director of Accounting in our Center of Excellence (COE) office in Little Rock, Arkansas.


Who are we? We are Montrose Environmental Group (MEG), 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. 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.


Our Montrose Environmental Solutions (MES) Segment is a $250M+ revenue business line within Montrose and includes our Environmental Consulting and Engineering ("ECE") division spanning throughout the United States, Matrix Solutions based in Calgary, Canada, and Epic Environmental in Australia. The MES Segment is a dynamic, high-growth business line and is the largest of five segments across Montrose, and it continues to expand through organic growth and acquisitions. Primarily serving as Montrose's high-value consultancy Segment, the consulting teams deliver solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients' biggest concerns around permitting, ecoservices, assessment, and remediation.


Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.



A DAY IN THE LIFE

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  We are excited to offer relocation support for the right candidate to help ensure a smooth transition.
  
  
  


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  This exciting hybrid role offers flexibility, with the opportunity to work remotely and in our dynamic Little Rock, Arkansas office.
  
  
  

Reporting to the MES VP Operational Finance, the Director of Accounting is a key member of the COE team that will operate as a partner to the COE contract team, billing team, and the financial planning and analysis team, and will work closely with the MEG corporate finance teams. The role will also interact with operational project managers and other functional leaders to ensure the business policies, procedures and practices adhere to the proper accounting principles and internal control framework.


The COE is a newly established structure. The Director of Accounting will work closely with MEG Corporate Accounting and the MES VP Operational Finance to determine the responsibilities of the Accounting COE, as they will evolve and increase as we move forward. The buildout of day-to-day activities will occur over time as delineation of duties between the Accounting COE, Corporate Accounting, and FP&A teams are determined. This role requires a proactive individual capable of both executing tasks and building a high performing team.


This position may require occasional travel, both domestic and international, to meet with operational and finance teams. This role is expected to:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounting COE including overseeing staff located in Calgary, AB, Canada and Little Rock, AR.
  
  


• Lead the preparation, coordination and management of the financial accounting and compliance functions.
  
  


• Build strong working relationships with other COE teams, Corporate Finance, GBS, Audit, Workday support and Operational teams, to continuously improve the collaboration across the support functions.
  
  

• Develop a deep knowledge of the underlying financial transactions in Workday and an understanding of the overall reporting process; proactively identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies to achieve more timely and accurate results in the accounting and GL close process.
  
  


• Work closely with the Contracting COE team to review large and complex customer contracts for proper revenue recognition under US GAAP.
  
  


• Review and approve accruals at month-end to ensure proper financial statement cutoff.
  
  


• Review P&L for accuracy.
  
  


• Prepare analysis and conclusions for subjective or complex accruals.
  
  


• Provide support for the quarterly reviews and annual audit process to provide timely support and resolve any issues or outcomes arising from internal and external audits.
  
  


• Document and ensure compliance with processes, and internal controls, supporting the implementation of best practices within MES.
  
  


• Support the quarterly and annual tax provision process with the internal tax manager and external tax providers.
  
  


• Support all aspects of the monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance program with the corporate tax manager and the local tax service professionals.
  
  


• Support the due diligence process for potential acquisitions and support the integration efforts and purchase accounting.
  
  


• Lead the research and analysis of new accounting standards or changes to compliance requirements that impact MES and recommend accounting treatment for changes.
  
  


• Assist the FP&A team with financial reporting, flux analysis, KPI measurements, budgeting, forecasting and projects as needed.
  
  


• Manage a growing team of accountants, delegate tasks effectively and provide ongoing coaching and mentoring.
  
  


• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment to motivate and inspire high performance from team members to achieve departmental goals.
  
  

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS



To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.



Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or equivalent from an accredited university.
  
  

• Hold an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
  
  


• Minimum 10 years in a top 10 public accounting firm (Big 4, RSM, BDO, Grant Thornton, etc.) and a minimum of 3 additional years working in a large company finance team with progressive hands-on experience, preferably in a service-based organization.
  
  


• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting knowledge, SOX internal control frameworks, and financial reporting requirements. Expertise in U.S. GAAP revenue recognition principles.
  
  


• Solution oriented mindset with the ability to identify issues, investigate and recommend resolutions.
  
  


• Strong time management skills; able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment with the ability to prioritize.
  
  


• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, with experience in project accounting modules preferred. Workday Financials a plus.
  
  


• Exceptional Excel skills with the ability to manage, analyze and simplify large amounts of data.
  
  


• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  
  


• Proven leadership and team management abilities, with experience in leading and developing teams to achieve organizational goals.
  
  


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  
  


• Experience in construction, engineering or other service and project-based industries is a plus.
  
  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU



As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

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  Relocation support to ensure a smooth transition for the right candidate
  
  
  


• 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 compensation package $140,000 to $180,000
  
  


• Eligible to participate in the company's annual incentive program for cash bonus awards, and long-term stock-based incentive awards
  
  


• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  
  


• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
  
  


• 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
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.



MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER



We are a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, dynamic and high-growth company. While you will be expected to perform your job with a significant amount of autonomy, you will have plenty of guidance and support from passionate and talented colleagues in a team atmosphere. Therefore, if autonomy, the desire to be part of a winning team and professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match.


Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!


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. Apply Now