Kapsch is one of Austria's most successful global technology companies. With its comprehensive ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) portfolio, Kapsch is actively addressing the challenges of the present and the future with intelligent mobility solutions in a wide range of application areas. As a family-owned company founded in 1892 and headquartered in Vienna, Kapsch can look back on 130 years of experience with the future.
Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Lead to oversee and manage the financial functions of our project operations. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining accounting policies, fiscal controls, and reporting procedures to ensure high quality project delivery. This is a high-visibility role that will require a strong understanding of general accounting principles and the ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Producing thorough, accurate and timely budget and expense management reports for the organization.
- Supporting the annual budgeting process including analysis and review of financial information and its impact on the business.
- Analyzing and interpreting financial information for planning and control purposes.
- Establish and maintain accounting policies and controls to ensure accurate financial reporting
- Collaborate closely with the back office team to customize and refine reports that align with the project-specific requirements.
- Work directly with gov. client to understand and align on their reporting structure, ensuring accurate and efficient financial data flow.
- Provide expertise and insights into financial data, supporting the project team to meet their goals efficiently and accurately.
- Foster a strong working relationship with external clients and customers, ensuring their needs are met with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.
Qualifications:
- CPA license is required
- Deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and expertise in applying these principles to financial reporting.
- 7+ years of experience in finance and accounting roles
- Experience with project based and percentage of completion accounting
- Proven ability to handle complex financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.
- Experience working with external clients/customers, with a strong understanding of client relationships.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence others positively, working well in team-oriented environments.
Why Kapsch:
- Solving complex problems that improve daily the lives of people around the world
- Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies in a high-growth industry
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Casual work environment with flexible work hours
- Excellent benefits including a no-cost medical insurance option for employee and eligible dependents
At this time we unable to provide sponsorship for this role and all applicants much have working rights in the US and pass a background check
Kapsch TrafficCom is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex. Kapsch TrafficCom is a drug-free workplace. Kapsch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please advise of the nature of your request along with your contact information.