Chief Financial Officer

Robert Half • Full-time • Irvine, CA, US • $225k - $300k / year • 2d ago

Robert Half has been retained by a growing private equity-backed construction company with approximately $75 million in annual revenue to identify a strategic and hands-on CFO / VP of Finance. This executive will serve as a key business partner to ownership, private equity stakeholders, and operational leadership while leading all aspects of accounting, finance, forecasting, and strategic growth initiatives.

This is an ideal opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys being close to the business, partnering with operations, and driving performance through data, technology, and financial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all accounting and finance functions across multiple business units and three locations.
Provide financial leadership, reporting, and performance analysis to executive leadership and ownership.
Partner with operational leaders to translate financial results into actionable business insights.
Drive budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and financial decision-making.
Manage cash flow, banking relationships, debt compliance, and working capital strategies.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes.
Lead construction accounting activities including percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, job costing, project profitability analysis, and WIP reporting.
Evaluate acquisition opportunities, support due diligence efforts, and assist with integration activities.
Develop KPIs and reporting tools to improve visibility into branch and divisional performance.
Strengthen processes, controls, and systems while leveraging technology and AI-driven solutions where appropriate.
Mentor and develop the accounting team while remaining hands-on when needed.

What We're Looking For

CFO, VP of Finance, or senior finance leadership experience within the construction industry.
Strong understanding of construction accounting, including:
Percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting
Job costing
WIP schedules
Project forecasting
Contract revenue recognition
Experience supporting multiple locations, branches, or divisions.
Proven ability to partner with operations and communicate financial results to non-financial leaders.
Strong cash flow management and banking experience.
Experience operating in a private equity-backed environment is highly preferred.
Demonstrated success with strategic planning, forecasting, and growth initiatives.
Technology-forward mindset with interest in leveraging automation, AI, and modern financial systems.
Hands-on leadership style with the willingness to dig into the details when necessary.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA preferred.

Why This Opportunity?

Key executive leadership role with direct impact on company growth and strategy.
Opportunity to work closely with ownership, private equity investors, and senior operational leaders.
Active involvement in acquisition strategy and integration efforts.
Strong platform for growth within an expanding organization.
Ability to influence technology, reporting, and operational improvements across the business.

If you are a construction finance leader who can balance strategy with execution and enjoys partnering with operations to drive results, we would like to speak with you.