Ramos CS is a California-based Corporation, independently owned and operated. Ramos CS has developed into one of the fastest growing engineering and construction management companies in California. We focus primarily on reaching a niche market that requires focused expertise to manage risk and achieve quality for the most challenging public works projects. The firm provides quality infrastructure consulting services with a particular emphasis on public-related projects that serve the needs of our communities including transportation, local rail transit, rapid transit, heavy rail, transit systems, transportation, ports, airports, and municipal sectors. Specializing in the core services of engineering and construction management, the Ramos CS philosophy stems from the idea that planning, design, and construction are inseparable and applying a thorough understanding of each is critical to the success of any project.
Responsibilities:
Company level
Leadership/Management of the finance and accounting organization
Manage the billing and collections activities for all clients and programs
Serve as a liaison between the billing team, subcontractors and clients
Lead and manage support teams associated with finance, project financial controls and billing.
Accounting: Responsible for efficiently closing the books each month
Responsible for maintaining current and accurate books and records in Quickbooks
Supervise the entry of all accounting data into Quickbooks
Financial Planning, Analysis and Reporting:
Responsible for financial planning, analysis and reporting to all managers
Provide trend analysis, variance analysis and graphic reporting
Responsible for the design of budgeting & monthly forecasting tools
Prepare and provide monthly financial reporting to management
Income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements
Banking:
Maintain strong banking relationships and provide information as required
Tax Preparation:
Work with tax accountants to provide information to file all taxes on time
External Auditor Support:
Work with external auditors to provide information as required
Provide information to FAR rate auditors as required
Policies and Procedures:
Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures
Recommend, gain approval for implementation of enhanced and or new financial polices to support program and corporate goals.
Regulatory Agency Communications:
Work closely with regulatory agencies to provide required reporting and information
Financial Systems Support:
Responsible for selecting and implementing any new ERP systems for the company
Ensure accounting data is aligned with required financial reporting
Program Management Level:
Maintenance of Program Records, Reporting and KPI's:
Provide project and program reporting to program and project managers
Maintain Program and Project records accurately and report to PM's
Preparing and presenting financial reports to program and Ramos CS senior leadership.
Review, assess, and analyze (as required) raw data that comes from project automated systems.
Develop, manage, and report Risk/Reward KPI performance.
Facilitate and present required monthly and ad-hoc reports to program leadership.
Client Relationships and Communications:
Serve as program financial liaison between client, team and subcontractor pool.
Communication with stakeholders, both internal and external to ensure proper dissemination and understanding of financial health of program. Internal and external views
Establish and maintain a positive and cooperative client and program lead relationships.
Program Financial Practices:
Create and or enhance financial practices that support core tenants of program and consistent with Ramos CS policies and commitments. Including Ramos CS financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and other associated tasks
Forecasts:
Participate in program project and program operational and mid-long-term forecasting.
Post Implementation Program Reviews:
Ensure post-implementation reviews of completed projects within the portfolio to ensure they were successful and make data supported recommendation to project team for enhancements.
Program Process:
Identify bottlenecks and recommend to the team corrective measures.
Establish and or enhance program level AR/AP/billing process map identifying workflows, contractual requirements, timing, etc.
Change Order Risk Management:
Manage project-level change and risk with the associated teams and assess any impacts on Ramos CS financials
Required Qualifications:
BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or related degree
7+ years of relevant accounting experience
Very Experienced with Quickbooks and Paychex Flex
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Demonstrated ability to combine large data sets and perform informative analysis
Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, key skills in Excel (formulas & pivot tables)
Strong understanding of AR/AP/Billing and project facing financial controls guidance
Preferred Qualifications:
MS in Finance, Accounting, or related degree
Experience in the AEC (Architects, Engineers, Contractors) Industry
10+ years of experience related to financial budgeting and practices
Experience facilitating cost reductions through process and fact-based enhancements.
Previous experience in developing, managing, and reporting Risk/Reward KPI performance
Ramos CS Benefits:
Ramos CS provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings, paid sick leave; paid vacation time.
Location:
Pasadena, CA (Hybrid)
Compensation:
The approximate pay range for this role is $100k-$180k annual base salary. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Work Authorization:
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only hire individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions. Ramos CS participates in E-Verify. Know your rights: Right to Work.
Notice to Third Party Agencies:
Ramos CS does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing or employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of Ramos CS.