Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Breakform Design
Design-Build | Architecture | Construction | Fabrication
Location: Los Angeles, CA (with oversight of projects across California)
About Breakform Design
Breakform Design is a fully integrated design-build firm delivering architecture, interior design, construction, and in-house metal fabrication. Our work spans high-end residential, mixed-use developments, and complex restaurant/venue tenant improvements.
We operate with a strong emphasis on material integrity, constructability, and execution—bridging design and construction under one roof to control quality, cost, and schedule.
We are entering a phase of growth and are seeking a CFO who understands the financial mechanics of construction and can build scalable systems to support it.
Position Overview
This is a working CFO role—not a strategic-only executive position. The CFO will oversee the full financial and administrative operations of all three entities while serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO and ownership team.
The successful candidate will lead a small but capable administrative team consisting of an Office Manager, Project Accountant, and Administrative & Billing Coordinator, while acting as the primary point of contact for the company’s CPA, legal counsel, insurance brokers, banks, and financial institutions.
This position spans four primary disciplines:
- Accounting & Finance
- Human Resources & People Operations
- Legal & Risk Management
- Insurance Administration
If you are looking for a highly visible leadership role where you can make a meaningful impact on company operations, this is an exceptional opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Oversee accounting and financial reporting across all three entities
- Manage monthly close, cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting
- Review financial performance and provide insights to leadership
- Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax and financial reporting
- Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and banking relationships
- Support construction accounting functions, including job costing and project reporting
Human Resources & Administration
- Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and employee records
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations
- Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with California employment requirements
Risk Management & Insurance
- Coordinate company insurance programs and annual renewals
- Manage subcontractor compliance requirements
- Work with outside advisors on contracts, legal matters, and risk management initiatives
Team Leadership
- Lead and support a small administrative team
- Develop processes that improve efficiency and accountability
- Serve as a trusted resource to ownership and department leaders
QualificationsRequired
- 7+ years of accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
- Understanding of construction accounting, job costing, and project-based financial management
- Experience with payroll, benefits administration, and business operations
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred
- Experience in a design-build firm or vertically integrated company
- Familiarity with architecture + construction financial structures
- CPA, MBA,CMA, or equivalent preferred
- Experience with tools such as:
- QuickBooks / Sage / Foundation / Procore / Buildertrend / Monograph
Compensation
- Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
- Performance-based bonus tied to company and project profitability
- Potential for long-term incentives / profit participation
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Clear visibility into profitability across every project
- Accurate WIP reporting and predictable revenue recognition
- Strong cash flow management with no operational bottlenecks
- Scalable financial systems supporting company growth
- Alignment between design, construction, and financial performance
Why Join Breakform
- Direct access to company leadership and decision-making
- Opportunity to help shape a growing organization
- Diverse and engaging work across multiple business divisions
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
If you're a proactive leader who enjoys building strong financial foundations while supporting a growing team, we'd love to hear from you.
Breakform is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief overview of your relevant construction finance experience.
Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- relevant work: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
