Description
Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.
Austin Industries has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Equipment Accounting at our corporate headquarters in Coppell, Texas. The position is responsible for all aspects of accounting and finance of the equipment operations. The role also leads process improvements in the equipment operations in ways to support operating companies. ***Please note: Upon completion of our new equipment yard location in 2025, the reporting location for this position will then move to Dallas at Ledbetter and Duncanville Road.***
Responsibilities:
Acquisition and Disposal:
Lead financing structure for equipment purchases, lease, rent-to-purchase or rental agreements
Assist in equipment requisition and disposal strategies related to construction or maintenance projects
Fleet and Asset Management:
Assist with strategic decisions regarding fleet composition and utilization, fleet average age, capital expenditures, cash management, and return on investments.
Utilize appropriate applications to provide business intelligence that assists day-to-day and long-term strategic decision-making processes.
Develop rates, estimates, budgets for each operating company that aligns with each company’s operating environment and strategic objectives
Collaborate with operating companies regarding goals, market outlook, equipment requirements, and capital expenditures
Financial and Accounting:
Implement accounting policies and procedures established as related to equipment operations
Develop and manage both internal and external equipment billing processes according to established Austin policies and various applicable prime contract requirements
Assist jobsites on owner billing of equipment costs and issues arise from owner’s audits to ensure timely collection of payment on outstanding receivables
Manage accounts payable and invoice approval functions at the equipment operations to insure timely payment of invoices
Manage projection of equipment costs in lump-sum contracts as applicable
Manage the monthly financial close process
Prepare monthly financial reports timely, including but not limited to equipment operation P&L, equipment utilization reports, and other reports required by the management of Corporate and operating companies
Reconcile all general ledger and subledger accounts timely as related to equipment operations
Internal Controls and Compliance:
Establish proper segregation of duties and implement adequate internal controls to safeguard the interest of Austin equipment operations
Ensure proper handling of tax and insurance matters
Participate in system mitigation as to equipment accounting and operations
Manage and resolve issues arise from prime contract compliance to help minimize or eliminate negative financial impacts
Additional Duties:
Manage accounting and administrative personnel at the equipment operations.
Conduct periodic performance evaluations and provide career coaching and development to staff at the equipment operations
Manage ad hoc requests or projects
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field
8+ years of accounting and finance experience
5+ years of supervisory experience
Strong analytical skill
Passion to learn and willingness to dive into detail
Continuous improvement mindset to drive out inefficiencies and implement consistent and scalable processes to support growth at operating companies
Competent to lead and develop team members
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Management and industry experience preferred
Master’s degree, CCIFP and/or CPA preferred
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industries is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.
Austin Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Austin Industries
Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction. Austin is owned entirely by its employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Austin Industries has a rich history. We are one of the largest and most diversified construction firms in the nation. Austin stands on the core values of Uncompromising Integrity, Employee-ownership, Exemplary Service and Excellence in Safety. To learn more about our history, culture and operations, visit us at www.austin-ind.com.