Who We Are

41 North Contractors is a general contracting company serving both the Chicago, Illinois and Scottsdale, Arizona markets. We are a company of construction professionals offering combined, in-depth career experience in retail, restaurant, and commercial development.

We have built our reputation on quality, value, and delivery of projects to our customers on schedule and within budget. An entrepreneurial spirit allows us to be competitive in today’s market; and our value engineering provides clients with economical alternatives and cost efficiency.

Each of our clients can expect direct interaction with the owners of the company and ongoing personal attention from a member of our executive team. Client satisfaction and long-term relationships are priorities.

41 North Contractors promises to bring comprehensive performance, intelligent consulting, and value engineering to all our customers.

What This Role Entails

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will have a hands-on role in nearly every aspect of 41 North Contractors and its affiliate companies. The CFO is responsible for the 41 North accounting team, managing and leading the financial initiatives of the companies. The CFO is an integral part of the organization. This role requires experience in all facets of financial management and accounting operations in multiple states. The position is located out of our Lisle, IL office and is in-person.

What You Will Be Doing

Supervise day-to-day accounting, cash management including cash flows, financial projections, account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries

Monthly closings, financial statements, and preparation for multiple business entities. Ensure all accounting and reporting are in accord with GAAP and tax laws

Compliance including annual reports, business licenses, property tax, local, state, and federal tax requirements. Arrange for prompt tax filings and payments

Liaisons with Bank relationships

Liaisons with CPA accounting firm for audit

Coordinate with Commercial Insurance and Bonding options. Review Risk management options

Review Payroll process for legal compliance

Development and training of assigned staff

Develop and implement monthly and annual budgets Including reporting and analysis

Participate in Operations Job Cost reporting process. Review of WIP and percentage completion schedules

Develop processes to Benchmark costs relative to “industry standards”

What You Are Bringing To The Table

Proven organizational leadership to achieve company goals

Proven experience as CFO, Finance Officer or relevant role

Ability to cultivate strong relationships with clients, peers, banks, insurance companies, CPA firm and 41 North Members

Ability and experience to develop, coach and motivate direct reports

Strong knowledge of financial management software to include Paylocity and Spectrum platforms

Solid GAAP and financial reporting skills

General knowledge of construction accounting process

Knowledge of computer systems and accounting/finance software applications

BS/BA in Accounting, Finance of relevant field.

What Will Set You Above

Master’s in Accounting, Finance of relevant field.

Expert knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods

Expert knowledge of construction accounting processes

CPA experience is a strong advantage

What We Offe r You

Competitive industry salary commensurate on experience

Auto/Cell Stipend

Company Expense Card

Medical Insurance: 70/30 employer split starting the 1 st of the month after first 60 days

Life/Dental/Vision: 100% employer covered starting the 1 st of the month after first 60 days

5 Sick Days

10 Accrued Vacation Days through the year

8 Paid Holidays

401K/401K Match

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