Job Description

I'm working with a multi-entity construction company with a diverse portfolio of projects and operating companies. They are seeking an experienced, hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy, oversee financial operations, support project execution, and manage core administrative and human resources functions.

For additional information, please contact michael.abate@roberthalf.com.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the overall financial health and strategic direction of the organization. This role combines executive-level leadership with direct oversight of day-to-day financial operations, including month-end close, project financial management, strategic planning and analysis, and human resources administration. The CFO will serve as a key partner to ownership and project leadership, driving financial discipline, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth across multiple entities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Oversee and actively manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for multiple entities
• Ensure timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and financial best practices
• Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners

Construction & Project Financial Oversight

• Provide financial leadership to Project Managers and Operations teams
• Oversee job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and margin analysis
• Review project budgets, forecasts, change orders, and cost-to-complete analyses
• Monitor cash flow, billing, collections, and project-related financing

Strategic Planning & Financial Analysis

• Lead company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Develop financial models and performance metrics to support strategic decision-making
• Analyze performance across projects and entities, identifying risks, trends, and opportunities
• Support growth initiatives including new markets, entities, acquisitions, and capital investments
• Collaborate with leadership on talent planning and retention strategies

Executive & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to ownership and executive leadership
• Translate financial data into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders
• Partner with operations to improve processes, controls, and profitability
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in construction or project-based industries
• Proven experience managing multi-entity accounting and financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, and WIP
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Excel

Preferred:

• CPA or equivalent professional certification
• Experience in growing, entrepreneurial, or owner-led organizations
• Exposure to M&A, financing, bonding, or complex contract structures
• Experience overseeing HR / administrative functions

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