Finance Manager

The Finance Manager oversees financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and decision support to help Brennan make informed decisions and support continued growth. This role works closely with the CFO, accounting team, and leaders across the company to understand financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide clear, forward-looking insights. The Finance Manager also helps improve financial processes, systems, reporting, and analytics across the business.

At Brennan, our people are our top priority. We work together to take on complex projects, solve difficult problems, and help shape the future of marine infrastructure and environmental services. Built on trust, open communication, and strong relationships, our teams support one another and take pride in delivering meaningful work from coast to coast. The Finance Manager will have the opportunity to make an impact, contribute new ideas, and help Brennan continue to grow alongside people who care deeply about their work and each other.

Responsibilities:

• Review accuracy of reporting and analyze financial performance, including revenue, expenses, balance sheet, cash flow, and operational metrics, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts that support strategic planning and executive decision-making
• Develop and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans in partnership with business leaders, identifying financial risks and opportunities.
• Analyze financial results, key performance indicators, and operational trends to identify variances and recommend actions that improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Partner with all departments to assist in evaluating and assessing return on investment for key business initiatives, capital investments, and strategic projects.
• Monitor organizational financial performance, including profitability, operating costs, liquidity, and other key financial metrics, providing recommendations to improve fiscal performance.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial reporting processes, systems, and analytics to enhance efficiency, data accuracy, and decision support across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredor equivalent work experience
• CPA or CMA certification preferred
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, accounting principles and business cash flow.
• Desire to understand how every area of the organization functions. Business curiosity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to prioritize time‑sensitive projects and requests
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to convey financial relatedinformationclearly and professionally to diverse audience
• Strong work ethic, appreciation for deadlines and adherence to project plans
• Advanced problem‑solving skills
• Sound financialdecision‑making skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft software, accounting software packages commonly used within medium‑sizeorganizations, business intelligence platforms andinternet‑based technology solutions
• Construction industry experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and initiative to be able to work independently
• Strong team orientation to work collaboratively with work associates toachievedepartmental objectives
• Proven record of strong attention to detail and accuracy, strong analytical skills, along with demonstrated ability adapt change
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Who is Brennan?

Since 1919, J.F. Brennan Company (Brennan) has delivered specialized marine construction, environmental remediation, and waterfront infrastructure solutions across the United States. Headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with additional offices throughout the country, we…