Finance Integration Manager

Finance Integration Manager At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way. About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Job Summary: We are seeking an energetic Finance Integration Manager to assist and support the Salas O'Brien Finance & Accounting integrations for various mergers. This critical employee will work in conjunction with other members of the Finance & Accounting team to manage the post-merger integration tasks (financials reporting, Bank change, Accounting, system conversion, Tax and FP&A etc.). A successful candidate would engage in their assigned merger companies and be responsible for ensuring that the integration efforts are organized and remove administrative burdens from the Operational Leadership. The candidate will own the tactical integration, coordination and communication of tasks associated with a merger integration plan as well as the purchase accounting derived from the merger agreements. In this role, you will: Works closely with the Assistant Controller in developing and redefining integration plans that incorporate prior experience and industry best practices. Review due diligence reports for new merger companies to establish and understand baseline expectations for financial reporting. Manages Finance integration plans and adherence to integration milestones, works closely with Finance, Corporate development, tax and integration team. Maintains integration plans and reports progress and key metrics. Manages all post-merger integration tasks (financial reporting, bank change, intercompany reconciliation, and purchase accounting related entries etc.). Provide the GAAP accounting and guidance to the merger finance team members. Review purchase accounting agreements and schedules to determine the appropriate the purchase accounting entries Coordinate with technical accounting advisory consultants, valuation professionals and external auditors on purchase accounting requests and inquiries Provide timely and accurate monthly financial reporting for all mergers until the transition to BU finance team. Communicates new processes to acquired entities and coordinates with the Accounting department to resolve questions arising from their implementation. Provides an excellent onboarding experience so that key stakeholders in acquired companies enthusiastically gives positive feedback to the company's leadership team and potential merger candidates. Oversees the preparation of Net Working Capital true-ups and setting up of additional merger compensation accrual reports. Identifies efficiencies in processes and procedures. You will be a great fit if: Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred 8 Years of progressive accounting experience, preferred Experience in a management or supervisorial role, required Previous experience with integration, mergers, and acquisitions preferred Purchase accounting experience and knowledge specifically with ASC 805 Business Combinations preferred Job Cost and Project Accounting experience preferred Strong working knowledge of Balance Sheet and Income Statement accounts and reconciliations. Experience with an Engineering/Architecture Company is preferred, but not required Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint is preferred Proficient with Microsoft Excel Ability to work in a fast paced and demanding environment and be able to meet strict monthly deadlines Excellent communication skills and ability to interface/present to new merger team leaders and internal finance leadership Ability to travel as required Skills/abilities: Analytical -Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. Problem Solving -Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Customer Service -Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills -Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication -Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication -Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork -Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Confidentiality -Maintains strict confidentiality with payroll and employment information. Ethics -Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Judgment -Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation -Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing -Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism -Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality -Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Attendance/Punctuality -Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability -Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative -Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Location : United States (Remote) Travel : 5-10% Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law. LI-Remote