Chief Financial Officer

The Chief Financial Officer will lead the company's financial strategy, accounting operations, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. This executive will work closely with company leadership and project management teams to maintain financial stability, improve project profitability, manage financial risks, and support sustainable business growth.

Key responsibilities

Financial strategy: Develop financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and long-term business strategies.

Construction accounting: Oversee project cost accounting, job costing, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and project profitability analysis.

Cash flow management: Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable, accounts payable, retainage, and working capital requirements.

Financial reporting: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

Budget and cost control: Monitor project budgets, subcontractor costs, labor expenses, materials, and cost overruns.

Risk management: Manage financial controls, insurance-related financial matters, contractual risks, and compliance with applicable tax and accounting requirements.

Banking and financing: Maintain banking relationships, oversee credit facilities, and coordinate financing needs.

Leadership: Supervise accounting and finance personnel and establish effective financial procedures.

Strategic decision-making: Advise executive leadership on investments, pricing, profitability, business expansion, and financial performance.

Systems and internal controls: Improve accounting systems, reporting processes, and financial controls.

Qualifications and requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an MBA or CPA is preferred.

At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, including senior financial leadership experience.

Demonstrated experience in construction accounting, general contracting, or project-based businesses.

Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, cash flow forecasting, and financial statement preparation.

Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, tax planning, and internal controls.

Proficiency with accounting software and financial reporting systems.

Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Key performance indicators (KPIs)

Success in this position may be measured by:

Improved project gross margins and overall profitability.

Accurate and timely financial reporting.

Effective cash flow and working capital management.

Reduced cost overruns and overdue receivables.

Strong internal controls and regulatory compliance.

Reliable budgeting and forecasting.

Pay: $145,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote