Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Construction & Materials) at Granite Construction Inc. in Watsonville, California

Job Description:

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...



Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career and personal brand? If so, then you've come to the right place!



General Summary



This position is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function to support operations and corporate strategic planning and decision making.



Essential Job Accountabilities

• Direct the financial planning processes, including forecasting, budgeting, and operational planning, to facilitate effective strategic planning and decision-making and to ensure the Company is achieving its financial and strategic goals
  
  


• Oversee the development of financial analysis and analytical reports for Company Senior Management, Operational Management and the Board of Directors, to enhance decision making and to provide management insight on developing financial trends
  
  


• Direct the development and administration of Granite's planning system (Hyperion Planning). Drive enhancements that maximize its usefulness as a management tool, provide KPI reporting and forecast modeling that is user-friendly and based on relevant value drivers
  
  


• Collaborate with operating group, regional, and corporate management to facilitate alignment with the strategic plan and operating plans
  
  


• Support planning stakeholders by providing guidance and information to assist in meeting budgets, providing quality forecasts and understanding actual results
  
  


• Lead, and manage the FP&A group including, but not limited to, budgets, forecasts, staffing, compensation, performance management, career development and customer service to ensure corporate initiatives are met
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or another related field of study is required
  
  


• MBA, CFA and/or CPA preferred
  
  

Work Experience

• 10+ years of experience in a corporate finance, consulting or FP&A environment, with a demonstrated ability to lead a financial analysis and FP&A function
  
  


• 5+ years management/supervisory experience
  
  

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Strong financial analysis skills, with an ability to communicate complex analysis in a clear and concise manner
  
  


• General understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), consolidations and SEC reporting.
  
  


• Advanced computer skills required (Excel, Word, Access, Adobe Professional, Hyperion Planning, JD Edwards).
  
  


• Strong understanding of database applications and business intelligence applications
  
  


• Ability to work with and manage a high level of detailed information
  
  


• Ability to properly manage and prioritize resources, people and projects
  
  


• Team player, with strong leadership skills, who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
  
  


• Sound decision making ability with the experience to balance consensus against authority as appropriate
  
  


• Excellent consultative and communication skills and ability to interface effectively with all levels within the organization
  
  


• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to provide creative solutions to real-time challenges
  
  


• Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines
  
  


• Advanced written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information
  
  

Physical Demands



The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Additional Requirements/Skills

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
  
  


• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis
  
  


• Valid driver's license and ability to drive
  
  


• Occasional overnight travel may be required
  
  

Our Benefits at a Glance:



Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.


Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).


As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.


Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.



Base Salary Range:

$183,065.00 - $274,598.00
Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.



About Granite Construction Incorporated



Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities and a Drug-Free Workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.



Notice to Staffing Agencies



Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies. Apply Now