Operations Finance Transaction Processing Lead - Military veterans preferred

Canada - Alberta, Calgary

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking an Operations Finance Transaction Processing Lead to join our Finance Team in Calgary, AB. This is a 3 month contract position on 5 day on 2 day off schedule.

This is a lead role that requires hands-on finance professional with solid project and operations finance accounting experience. The key areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to: project job costing, time entry, billing and 3rd party vendor invoices processing. Depending on the size and the complexity of the project, the Lead may be responsible for all aspects of the transactions processing (billing, time entry and 3rd party invoice processing) or just a portion of it.

Key Skills:

Experienced performer with an ability to work under pressure and “think on its feet”

Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships at various levels within the organization

Analytical, self-motivated problem solver with ability to “think outside the box” and “can do” approach

Ability to learn quickly and apply the knowledge to job at hand

Strong knowledge and hands on experience of the Job Costing, Time Entry and Billing processes

Able to organize and prioritize demands, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within a fast paced environment with multiple and competing demands

Ability to understand project structure and profitability drivers and use of KPI’s to manage / improve performance

Experience with large data, complex workbooks and ability to decipher trends quickly

Continuous improvement mindset and adaptable to an evolving organization

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience managing teams through situational leadership

Key Responsibilities:

Support Operations Finance Manager and act as a focal point of contact for Operations Finance for job costing, time entry and billing issues within specified scope.

Ensure time entry processing is completed in a timely and accurate manner with all associated queries getting resolved within agreed timeframe.

Ensure customer billings are completed in a timely / accurate manner in both AECOM and the client systems (where appropriate)

Maintain the aging and accuracy of the Accounts Receivable and Unbilled balances in accordance with SOX and internal processes requirements. Follow up on any outstanding invoices where payments have not been received from the clients as per the payment terms of the contract

Manage Cash Application for the designated contracts including: receiving remittances from client for payments, providing provide cash applications instructions with the appropriate invoice numbers for payments to be applied to.

Manage 3rd party invoice validation, verification, approval and payment processes in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.

Create and maintain high level process flow with clear roles & responsibilities for time entry, billing and 3rd party invoice verification processes for the designated contracts

Provide leadership to the direct reports and day-to-day guidance to the team for problem solving

Manage the task distribution among team to achieve acceptable performance standards

Support and actively participate in the continuous improvement using analytical skills and experience to identify problem areas and provide solutions or improvements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 4 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Previous experience leading a team/supervising team members.

• Strong communication skills - Verbal and Written.

• Able to work independently and in a team environment.

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

• Detail and results oriented individual with the ability to prioritize and multitask.

• Intermediate computer skills : MS office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

• Able to travel, if and when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong clerical or office administration experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated computer proficiency and strong data entry skills, with Microsoft Office applications and Finance systems (i.e. JDE, Oracle, Costpoint) is an asset.

• Familiarity with CSox process and controls requirements is an asset.

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion, diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only

delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Finance and Accounting

Business Line Construction Services

Business Group Construction Services Group (CS)

Country Canada

Position Status Temporary

Requisition/Vacancy No. 222958BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.