Senior Specialist, Client Financial Analyst (Mid-Sr Level) - ERM Information Solutions, Inc.

Who We Are

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.  ERM’s diverse team of 8,000+ world-class experts in over 150 offices in 40 countries and territories combines strategic transformation and technical delivery to help clients operationalize sustainability at pace and scale. ERM calls this capability its “boots to boardroom” approach - a comprehensive service model that helps organizations to accelerate the integration of sustainability into their strategy and operations.

ERM has enduring values, which are fundamental to our business conduct. We are passionate about our people, and their safety, well-being, and development. ERMers take accountability, are client focused, and collaborate with colleagues across geographies.  If you share our values, believe in sustainability, and are motivated by opportunities to shape, build, and contribute to a team that makes a real impact to our client’s businesses, ERM is the right place for you. We offer a flexible working environment and competitive salary.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a finance professional to join our global Digital Services business in Houston, TX as a Senior Client Financial Analyst.  This individual will work in close association with our Partners and Project Managers to support successful project delivery, exceed client expectations, and drive positive business results.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive finance and accounting support for assigned clients and projects, including:

• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including ERM Partners, ERM Project Managers, client procurement departments, & client accounting personnel.
• Review of contractual documents to ensure clarity and compliance with ERM policy and best practices
• Own the order to cash process including PO receipt, project setup, billing, collections, & revenue recognition, with an emphasis on optimizing cash flow.
• Monitor and report project kpi’s and engage with Partners and Project Managers to ensure project execution is aligned with approved project models to deliver maximum project profitability.
• Coordinate global projects across international offices with multiple currencies and varied regional tax requirements
• Apply business acumen and analytical skills to seize opportunities and solve problems.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior financial analysts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong computer skills, including expertise with Excel and experience using mid- to high-level accounting software packages
• Excellent communication (written/verbal), strategic thinking, presentation, and “people” skills to interact professionally with employees and clients
• Adept at collaboration and building consensus around recommendations
• Aptitude to work with minimal direction in a highly collaborative manner to accurately meet required deadlines and deliverables while organizing and managing large amounts of data
• Ability – and desire – to lead a functional team

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!