Financial Strategy for Sustainable Growth in the Construction Industry
Complex construction projects need financial direction that connects profitability, cash flow, and long-term growth. The CFO (Chief Financial Officer) will guide company-wide financial strategy, advise ownership, and strengthen performance across divisions. Enjoy permanent work from home while collaborating with U.S. leaders and influencing major business decisions through a long-term global career with Emapta, designed for top 1% talent seeking meaningful impact and growth.
Snapshot
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Work Setup: Permanent Work From Home
- Shift: Night Shift, 8:00 AM - 5:PM EST, Weekends Off
Benefits
- Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
- Competitive Salary Package
- Fixed weekends off
- Permanent WFH arrangement
- Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
- Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
- Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer!
- Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
- Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
- Standard government and Emapta benefits
- Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
- Fun engagement activities for employees
- Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
- Career growth opportunities
- Diverse and supportive work environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA certification and/or an MBA strongly preferred
- At least 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including previous experience as a CFO, Controller, or senior finance manager
- Experience in construction, specialty trades, subcontracting, or a similarly project-based industry strongly preferred
- Familiarity with prevailing wage, certified payroll, and multi-state compliance requirements considered a strong advantage
- Previous experience with family-owned or privately held companies preferred
- Experience with Foundation software or a comparable construction ERP/accounting platform considered an advantage
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Availability to maintain substantial overlap with U.S. Eastern Time business hours for collaboration with ownership and division leadership
Work Environment
- Fully remote position with daily collaboration with ownership and division leadership via phone, video, and email
- Required availability during core U.S. Eastern Time business hours
- Occasional travel to company offices in Staten Island, New York, and Savannah, Georgia, as needed
Responsibilities
- Oversee company-wide financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across all divisions.
- Provide regular financial reports and performance dashboards to ownership, translating results into clear, actionable guidance.
- Oversee job costing, margin analysis, and profitability tracking by division, project, and crew in partnership with estimating and field operations.
- Manage banking, credit, and surety/bonding relationships, and advise ownership on capital structure and financing decisions.
- Lead and mentor accounting and back-office staff, ensuring accurate, timely financial close processes and strong internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with prevailing wage, certified payroll, and multi-state regulatory requirements.
- Support DBE/WBE certification compliance and related reporting requirements.
- Partner with external CPA firms on tax planning, audits, and year-end reporting.
- Provide financial analysis and due diligence support for strategic initiatives, including division growth investments and potential divestitures or acquisitions.
- Identify and implement operational cost-control and efficiency improvements in coordination with company leadership.
- Evaluate and improve financial systems and processes, including integration with the company's construction ERP, Foundation software.
About the Client
Our client brings over 25 years of specialist construction expertise to some of the most demanding infrastructure projects. Its contributions to major airports, bridges, and transportation networks demonstrate a proven ability to execute complex concrete cutting, drilling, and scanning work. Combining advanced technology, skilled professionals, and rigorous safety standards, the company has earned a reputation for technical excellence and dependable execution. This established track record positions it as a trusted partner for customers seeking exceptional workmanship and disciplined project delivery.
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