Chief Financial Officer

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus pay plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

An employee-owned construction company in Portland, Oregon is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial direction of the organization. The CFO will manage enterprise risks, oversee financial strategies, and ensure the long-term stability of the company. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of financial leadership experience, particularly in the construction sector, and a love for building high-performing teams. This role offers competitive pay and employee ownership benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of financial leadership experience in the construction industry.
• Direct experience with ESOP oversight preferred.
• Ability to translate financial data into business insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall financial strategy for the company.
• Manage enterprise risk and financial compliance.
• Develop annual and monthly budgets across business units.

Skills

Financial leadership

Construction accounting

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate (CRE)

Job description

Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maine’s construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients' goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance.

Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment, essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maine's great spaces.

Wright-Ryan Construction is seeking an experienced, strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team. As CFO, you will shape the financial direction of a respected, employee-owned construction company known for quality craftsmanship, strong relationships, and sustainable growth.

The CFO will partner with company leadership and operational teams to drive profitability, guide strategic decision-making, manage enterprise risk, and support long-term growth across multiple business lines. As an employee-owned company, the CFO also plays a key role in overseeing the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and ensuring long-term financial stability for the organization and its employee-owners.

If you are a collaborative financial leader with deep experience in the construction industry, strong business acumen, and a passion for building high-performing teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

• Lead the company’s overall financial strategy, ensuring strong cash flow, profitability, and long-term financial stability across all business lines.
• Manage enterprise risk, including insurance, bonding capacity, and financial compliance, while maintaining strong relationships with providers and sureties.
• Oversee and manage the company’s investment portfolio and capital allocation strategies to optimize returns and support growth.
• Administer and provide strategic oversight of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), including share valuation, share price determination, repurchase obligations, and loan management.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives through participation in the corporate strategic planning process in partnership with other leaders.
• Develop and manage annual and monthly budgets for internal departments and multiple business units, driving accountability and cost control.
• Deliver accurate, timely monthly financial statements, WIP reports, and performance dashboards to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Monitor project performance through job cost tracking, percentage-of-completion accounting, and profitability analysis to protect margins.
• Lead and develop the finance team to ensure high performance and operational excellence.
• Oversee AR, AP, and working capital management to maintain liquidity and meet operational demands.
• Establish financial discipline through standardized policies, internal controls, and documented SOPs for accounting, payroll, and reporting functions.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of financial leadership experience, including senior roles such as Controller, VP of Finance, or CFO.
• Direct experience in the general contracting or construction industry required.
• Experience with ESOP oversight and administration strongly preferred.
• CPA or other financial certification is a plus.
• Deep knowledge of construction accounting, including job cost accounting, WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, margin analysis, and cash flow management.
• Strong understanding of bonding, insurance, banking relationships, and financial compliance.
• Experience translating financial data into actionable business insights that guide operational decision-making.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to executive leadership and Board members.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and a commitment to building strong financial governance.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance big-picture planning and operational detail.
• Collaborative partner who works effectively across teams and business units.
• Skilled at navigating complex project environments and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Experience with Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate (CRE) preferred.

Pay and Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP!

In addition to the many benefits of employee-ownership, we offer competitive pay and excellent benefits including an annual bonus pay plan, 401(k) retirement plan with match, insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident), paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors or other status protected by law.