Chief Financial Officer - Construction

Are you a Finance Leader within the Construction Sector who can ensure strategic growth and financial stability? Do you want to work for a highly-regarded Construction company with a national footprint and project pipeline that is growing? Can you train and develop an accounting team? If so, please apply to the Chief Financial Officer - Construction position based in Raleigh, North Carolina for further consideration.

Client Details

The Chief Financial Officer - Construction will be a key part of the Executive Leadership group for one of North Carolina's top construction companies based out of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Description

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to guide company strategy and growth initiatives.
• Develop long‑range financial and business plans aligned with market conditions and organizational goals.
• Provide actionable financial insights to support decision-making around project selection, capital allocation, and expansion opportunities.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee all accounting and finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, tax, treasury, and audit.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure financial performance across company operations.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and cost-control initiatives to ensure strong financial stability.

Construction-Specific Financial Oversight

• Direct job cost accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, and project profitability analysis.
• Oversee contract financial review, billing, change orders, retention, and lien compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers and operations leaders to monitor job performance, budgets, and forecasting accuracy.
• Manage financial aspects of equipment fleets, capital expenditures, depreciation schedules, and asset utilization.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversee insurance programs, bonding capacity, and relationships with financial institutions, auditors, and bonding agents.
• Mitigate risks related to project execution, subcontractor exposure, materials cost fluctuations, and credit management.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team to support accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.
• Enhance financial systems, processes, and technologies to better support project and company-wide performance.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants

Profile

A successful Chief Financial Officer should have:

• Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Related Degree and/or CPA qualification (preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Related Degree essential
• 15+ years of Finance tenure within the Construction Space
• 10 + years of progressive leadership tenure in Accounting
• Expertise in general accounting but also project accounting, WIP reporting and revenue recognition
• Proficiency with construction focused ERP systems

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $180000 to $200000 annually.
• Attractive executive benefits package with bonus eligibility
• Opportunity to lead financial operations in a reputable construction organization.
• Collaborative work environment in Raleigh.

If you're ready to take on a finance leadership role in the construction industry and contribute to a growing company in Raleigh, North Carolina, we encourage you to apply.

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