Director, Shared Services
Full job description
About the Role:
The Director of Shared Services is a key role which oversees centralized finance functions to enhance service delivery, improve efficiency and reduce costs. Key responsibilities include developing strategic plans, implementing best practices, managing performance of large teams, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong cross-departmental relationships to meet organizational goals. This role is responsible for leading core functions such as accounts payable, payroll and accounts receivable. The ideal candidate for this role is a proven strategic leader who has experience leading through change, supporting significant growth, and improving financial shared services by focusing on people, processes, technology, data and success measures.
Company Overview
With roots dating to 1891 and 8,500+ employees, MYR Group Inc. (MYR Group) is a publicly traded holding company of specialty electrical construction companies. MYR Group subsidiaries work on large-scale electrical construction projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. We contribute to a clean energy future while fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on shared values and mutual respect, where teamwork and collaboration occur naturally.
Throughout our rich history, we have partnered with utilities, municipalities, commercial clients, and developers to deliver some of the largest and most complex projects, including new construction, upgrades, maintenance and repair for transmission, distribution and substation facilities, commercial and industrial electrical construction, emergency and storm restoration, clean energy, pre-construction services, and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) methods of project delivery.
Essential Functions
Manage the day-to-day operations of shared service functions, ensuring high-quality service delivery and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs)
Oversee budgets, manages financial processes including accounts payable, payroll and accounts receivable, and analyzes financial metrics to drive efficiencies and optimize resource allocation
Ensure shared service strategies support organizational goals by establishing, measuring and managing to KPI’s and maintaining transparency with leadership on financial and operational performance
Analyze current processes, identifies inefficiencies, and implements improvements and automation to enhance operational performance, accuracy and control
Guide the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of financial systems and integrations, with an emphasis on automation and continuous improvement
Drive process improvements, re-engineers workflows, balances workloads and embeds industry best practices to enhance overall efficiency
Build, develop, and lead large teams, fostering collaboration, professional growth and strong communication across the organization
Work closely with senior management, decentralized business units, and other support functions to align strategies, support initiatives, and foster a culture of collaboration
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and manages contractual risks
Oversee standard operating procedures across accounts payable, payroll and accounts receivable to ensure adherence to SOX compliance, internal control frameworks, GAAP standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
Evaluate, help select, and manage relationships with external vendors, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance to ensure quality service delivery
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
About You:
Qualifications
Minimum of ten years’ experience in accounting, finance, or similar field
Minimum of ten years’ experience leading and managing teams
Experience with JDE Enterprise 1 preferred
Experience with workflow and automation technologies preferred
Experience leading hybrid of centralized and decentralized shared services preferred
Construction industry experience preferred
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting
Proficient in computer software programs such as Excel, ERP, and workflow/automation technologies
Experience understanding and implementing best practice master data management methods
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Track record of driving continuous improvement through people, process, technology and data-driven decision-making
Track record of successfully developing leaders and coaching teams to high performance
A change agent with strong change management experience in a hybrid centralized/ decentralized environment
Ability to work collaboratively and build trust across an organization
Familiarity with “timely, accurate, reliable” customer/stakeholder service orientation
Strong critical thinking skills
Ability to synthesize large datasets to provide actionable, forward-looking insights for senior management and experience communicating powerful stories leveraging large datasets
Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated resilience and persistence
Ability to travel, less than 20%
What We Offer:
Compensation & Benefits
Salary $140,000-$180,000/year
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Two days per week remote work option for non-field roles depending on position and performance.
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Basic Vision, Regenexx, Teledoc, Hearing, Mental Health (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
Dental – 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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