On behalf of our client, a dynamic and fast-growing construction firm, Alchemy Resource Solution is seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the company’s financial operations during a pivotal stage of growth. The role is full-time at the office.
With over 15 years of experience, the ideal candidate brings deep expertise in construction finance, M&A, and capital structuring, and thrives in entrepreneurial environments. This role is part of the executive leadership team and plays a central role in shaping the company’s financial and strategic direction.
Key Responsibilities:Strategic Finance & Executive Leadership
-Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team to develop and execute the financial vision.
-Lead financial aspects of M&A activity, including due diligence, valuations, modeling, and integration.
-Manage capital structure, banking relationships, debt covenants, and financing arrangements.
-Represent the company with banks, investors, insurance providers, and other external stakeholders.
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Oversee annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
- Provide robust financial reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance analysis tailored to the construction sector (e.g., WIP, backlog, utilization, margins).
- Ensure data-driven insights guide executive decision-making.
Accounting, Controls & Compliance
- Oversee core accounting functions: job costing, % of completion revenue recognition, AP/AR, payroll, and tax.
- Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in line with GAAP or IFRS.
- Strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes to scale with growth.
Operational Finance & Technology
- Optimize cash flow, working capital management, and vendor relationships.
- Evaluate and implement ERP/reporting systems (experience with Jonas, Sage 300, or Procore preferred).
- Partner with operations to embed financial accountability across project teams and business units.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA, CFA, or MBA strongly preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive finance leadership, with 5+ years in a senior role within construction or industrial services.
- Proven success in M&A transactions, capital raises, and banking negotiations.
- Deep understanding of construction finance principles including WIP management and % completion revenue recognition.
- Strong financial modeling, FP&A, and reporting capabilities.
- Experience building and mentoring finance teams; comfortable managing both direct and matrixed reports.
- Adaptable, decisive, and able to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus structure.
- Opportunity to lead and shape the financial future of a rapidly scaling construction business.
- High-impact, visible executive role with strategic influence.
- Strong leadership culture committed to operational excellence and innovation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $225,000.00-$300,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
