Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Arizona Construction Operations

Location: Tempe, AZ | In-Office

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8 am – 5 pm

We're partnering with a growing shared services organization to identify a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who will lead the financial operations of its Arizona-based construction and industrial operating companies. While accounting and administrative resources are supported through a centralized shared services model, this individual will serve as the primary financial leader for the Arizona region, partnering closely with ownership and operational leaders to drive growth, profitability, and financial performance.

Success in this role comes from being equally comfortable in the boardroom, at a jobsite, or working alongside the accounting team to solve day-to-day business challenges.

It's an opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with ownership, solving operational challenges, improving systems, and helping growing businesses become even stronger.

Initially, you'll provide financial leadership across four construction-related companies, with additional growth anticipated as the organization continues to expand. You'll work closely with ownership to strengthen financial reporting, improve processes, oversee cash flow, job costing, forecasting, banking relationships, and help build the financial infrastructure needed to support long-term success.

This could be a great fit if you are:

A Controller ready to step into your first CFO role
A Director or VP of Finance seeking broader operational influence
A CFO who enjoys partnering directly with ownership in an entrepreneurial environment

We're looking for someone with:

Construction finance leadership experience
The ability to prioritize across multiple businesses while building consistency, accountability, and financial visibility
Experience with cash flow management, forecasting, budgeting, job costing, and operational reporting
Experience supporting project-based and/or multi-entity business operations
Ability to build strong relationships with ownership, leadership teams, and operational stakeholders
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
A hands-on, collaborative leadership style with the ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational execution
Technology-forward mindset with interest in ERP systems, software conversions, and process improvement

Why consider this opportunity?

Direct partnership with ownership and executive leadership
Influence across multiple operating companies
Opportunity to shape the finance function as the organization grows
Collaborative culture with long-term leadership potential
Planned transition with the current CFO to support a successful onboarding

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
7+ years of progressive accounting, finance, or operational finance leadership experience preferred
Prior experience in construction environments required
Experience with ERP systems, software implementations, or financial system conversions preferred
CPA, MBA, or prior CFO title welcomed but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation starting at $130,000+, depending on experience
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term growth opportunity within an expanding organization

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence multiple growing businesses, partner directly with ownership, and help shape the financial future of an expanding organization, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

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