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
