Chief Financial Officer

Australia-Employment; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Multi-Entity Construction & Infrastructure Organization in Fresno, CA is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and operations across multiple entities. This executive role partners with ownership and the CEO to drive performance, risk management, and growth initiatives in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

The CFO will oversee all financial functions, manage capital planning, and ensure GAAP compliance while guiding strategic decisions and reporting

Qualifications

• Must have advanced degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA/CMA) required or MBA preferred.
• Experience leading multi-entity finance teams in construction or infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations and develop a strategy aligned with company goals.
• Direct accounting, payroll, AR/AP, and financial reporting functions.
• Analyze profits, costs, and compliance with budgets and reports to leadership.
• Provide strategic guidance on capital financing and lender relationships.
• Develop accounting policies and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management on financial planning and reporting.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Coordinate tax schedules, returns, and information.
• Manage relationships with insurance providers and internal controls.
• Lead audits and internal control enhancements.
• Prepare detailed financial performance reports for leadership.
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and applicable laws.

Skills

Executive leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

CPA/CA/CMA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

$175000 - $250000 per year | Fresno, CA | On-site | Permanent

Confidential Multi-Entity Construction & Infrastructure Organization | Fresno, CA | $175,000 - $250,000 Base Salary

A bit about us:

Lead the financial strategy and operations of a well-established, growth-oriented group of companies serving the construction, infrastructure, and project-based services sectors. This executive leadership role offers the opportunity to partner directly with ownership and the CEO while driving financial performance, operational improvements, risk management, and long-term growth initiatives.

We are a privately held, multi-entity organization serving the construction, infrastructure, transportation, and project-based services industries throughout California. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and long-standing industry relationships, our companies continue to experience steady growth and expansion.

Our leadership team is committed to investing in people, technology, process improvement, and long-term strategic planning. We are seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer who can serve as a trusted business partner, strengthen financial operations, support organizational growth, and help shape the future of our businesses.

Why join us?

• Executive leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and partnering closely with ownership.
• Opportunity to oversee the financial operations of three growing and established companies.
• Highly visible position with significant influence on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and organizational performance.
• Competitive executive compensation package ranging from $175,000 to $250,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Ability to drive major process improvements, automation initiatives, financial reporting enhancements, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborative leadership team that values innovation, accountability, financial stewardship, and long-term business success.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing organization within the construction and infrastructure industries.

Job Details

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our growing team in the Accounting + Finance industry. The CFO will play a critical role in the financial leadership of our company and will be responsible for the management of company finances. This role is permanent and requires an individual with a strong background in revenue recognition, contract accounting, financial planning & analysis, cash flow management, risk management, internal controls, audits & compliance, and more.

Responsibilities

1. Overseeing all financial operations of the company, including the development of a financial and operational strategy, metrics tied to that strategy, and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.
2. Directing all aspects of accounting operations, overseeing all transactions related to general ledger, receivables, payables, payroll and financial reporting.
3. Analyzing the company's financial results with respect to profits, trends, costs and compliance with budgets. Issue regular status and ad hoc reports to senior management.
4. Providing strategic guidance around capital financing options to support company growth needs.
5. Developing and coordinating all relationships with lending/financial institutions.
6. Developing and maintaining all necessary accounting policies and systems, including general ledger and financial reporting. Ensuring that records are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
7. Assisting senior management in financial planning and results management. Work with other team members to understand revenue and cost drivers and define appropriate reports for tracking.
8. Coordinating, preparing and reviewing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
9. Coordinating and/or preparing tax schedules, returns and information.
10. Managing relationships with insurance providers and ensuring compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
11. Overseeing all audit and internal control operations.
12. Preparing detailed reports on financial performance on a regular basis.
13. Coordinating with external auditors and managing internal controls.
14. Ensuring compliance with the law and company’s policies.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (MBA preferred).
2. Professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, or CPA).
3. 5+ years of managerial accounting and financial management experience.
4. Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
5. Significant experience in the construction, heavy civil, and infrastructure sectors.
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
7. Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
8. Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
9. Experience in a multi-entity environment.
10. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.

The CFO will have a pivotal role in the future growth and strategic direction of the company. If you are an experienced and ambitious individual looking for a rewarding new role, we would love to hear from you.

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