Chief Financial Officer

Pacific Staffing; New Mexico; On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific ExecSearch is recruiting for a visionary, operationally minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a Southwest general contractor known for integrity, community impact, and long‑term stability. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will shape enterprise strategy, oversee accounting operations, risk management, and capital stewardship to drive sustainable growth and bolster the company’s health.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting with CPA, 10+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; CPA credential is also required.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role within construction/real estate or related industries.
• Deep experience in construction accounting practices, including job costing, WIP management, bonding/surety requirements, commercial insurance, and tax strategies.
• Proficiency with construction ERP platforms (e.g., Viewpoint, Timberline/Sage 300, CMiC) and advanced reporting tools.
• Proven track record of managing banking relationships, lines of credit, treasury, and capital growth strategies.
• Strong leadership style focused on team mentorship, executive communication, and cross‑departmental collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Shape overall business strategy, multi‑year planning, and enterprise risk management.
• Direct month‑end and year‑end closing activities, job‑cost accounting, audits, and compliance functions.
• Maintain internal controls, governance processes, and reporting standards.
• Monitor project performance, cash flow cycles, and overhead allocations in collaboration with operations.
• Oversee construction‑specific financial systems, including WIP schedules and billing processes.
• Lead and develop accounting, operations support, and payroll teams.
• Evaluate and modernize systems to enhance automation and real‑time reporting.
• Represent the organization with audit firms, insurance brokers, surety partners, and regulators.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive communication

Risk management

Team mentorship

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance/Accounting/Business Administration

CPA credential

Tools

Viewpoint

Timberline/Sage 300

CMiC

Job description

Pacific ExecSearch is recruiting for a visionary, operationally minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on behalf of our client, one of the Southwest’s most respected general contractors. Since its founding, our client has built a strong reputation for excellence across diverse construction projects and is widely recognized for its high‑integrity culture, community impact, and commitment to long‑term stability. Employees value the organization’s strong leadership, collaborative environment, and long‑standing reputation for treating people well. The company also offers a stable, growth‑oriented setting where executives can make a meaningful impact on both operations and the communities they serve. We are seeking an experienced executive leader to oversee enterprise strategy, accounting operations, organizational risk management, and capital stewardship. Reporting directly to executive leadership, the CFO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and operational teams to drive sustainable growth, optimize organizational performance, and safeguard the company’s long‑term health.

• Salary: $250,000-$350,000
• Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to shape overall business strategy, multi‑year planning, and enterprise risk management.
• Direct month‑end and year‑end closing activities, job‑cost accounting, audits, and compliance functions.
• Maintain rigorous internal controls, governance processes, and reporting standards to safeguard organizational assets and ensure accuracy.
• Monitor project performance, cash flow cycles, and overhead allocations in close collaboration with operations and project management teams.
• Oversee construction‑specific financial systems, including WIP (Work in Progress) schedules, and billing processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing accounting, operations support, and payroll team.
• Evaluate and modernize systems, tools, and processes to enhance automation, efficiency, and real‑time reporting capabilities.
• Represent the organization in engagements with audit firms, insurance brokers, surety partners, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required; CPA credential is also required.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5+ years in a senior leadership role (CFO, VP of Finance, or Controller) within commercial construction, real estate development, or related industries.
• Deep experience in construction accounting practices, including job costing, WIP management, bonding/surety requirements, commercial insurance, and tax strategies.
• Proficiency with construction ERP platforms (e.g., Viewpoint, Timberline/Sage 300, CMiC) and advanced reporting tools.
• Proven track record of managing banking relationships, lines of credit, treasury, and capital growth strategies.
• Strong leadership style focused on team mentorship, executive communication, and cross‑departmental collaboration.