Job Details

Our client is a growing construction organization, operating in a project-driven, margin-sensitive environment, focused on disciplined growth, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation. We are seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team.

The Role

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for the overall financial health of the organization. This role provides strategic financial leadership while maintaining hands-on oversight of accounting, project financials, cash flow, and risk management.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in construction or project-based businesses and understands job costing, WIP reporting, contract accounting, bonding, and cash flow management. This individual will help drive profitable growth, ensure financial discipline across projects, and support operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team on financial planning, growth initiatives, capital allocation, and risk management
• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company objectives
• Provide financial insights to support pricing, bidding, and project selection decisions

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes
• Analyze financial performance, project profitability, and margin trends
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor financial and operational performance

Construction Accounting & Project Controls

• Oversee job costing, WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and revenue recognition
• Ensure accurate tracking of project costs, change orders, retainage, and billings
• Partner with operations and project management teams to improve cost controls and margin performance

Cash Flow & Capital Management

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital requirements
• Oversee billing, collections, payables, and retainage recovery
• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and bonding capacity
• Support capital raises, debt financing, and lender reporting as needed

Risk Management & Compliance

• Oversee insurance programs, bonding, and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry-specific requirements
• Lead audits, tax planning, and coordination with external auditors and advisors

Team Leadership & Systems

• Build, lead, and mentor the finance and accounting team
• Establish scalable financial systems, controls, and processes
• Evaluate and implement construction accounting and ERP systems as needed

Reporting & Governance

• Prepare and present timely, accurate financial reports to the CEO, board, and stakeholders
• Ensure strong internal controls and financial governance
• Support board meetings, strategic reviews, and investor communications

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior-level roles
• Significant experience in the construction, contracting, or project-based industry
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, WIP, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Proven experience managing cash flow, bonding, and banking relationships
• Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and executive leadership
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• High integrity with a disciplined, detail-oriented approach

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, or MBA
• Experience with multi-state operations
• Experience supporting high-growth construction companies
• Familiarity with construction ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Sage, Procore, Jonas, or similar)

What We Offer

• Competitive executive compensation package
• Performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy and influence company growth
• Direct partnership with the CEO and executive leadership team

Why This Role Matters

This CFO role is central to driving disciplined growth, protecting margins, and ensuring financial clarity in a complex, project-driven business. You'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on profitability, scalability, and long-term success.