Chief Financial Officer

Alta Environmental and Infrastructure; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure, based in Arizona, seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead all financial and accounting functions for a growing firm. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, reporting, and compliance while steering the finance team toward strategic growth and improved profitability.

The CFO will collaborate with senior leaders to optimize financial systems, control costs, and support capital investments, mergers, and acquisitions, ensuring alignment with

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Strong financial reporting skills and accounting principles compliance.
• Experience in strategic planning and business analysis for growth.
• Proficiency with financial systems and data analysis tools.
• Leadership experience guiding finance teams and collaborating with executives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Growth-minded senior finance leadership experience in mid-sized orgs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial and accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, payroll, and month/ year-end closings.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial plans aligned with strategic goals.
• Prepare timely financial statements, management reports, and KPIs for ownership.
• Monitor performance by business unit and advise on profitability improvements.
• Manage project accounting, revenue recognition, margins, and WIP reporting.
• Ensure cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships support operations.
• Establish internal controls and accounting policies safeguarding assets.
• Collaborate with leaders to evaluate performance and fund strategic initiatives.
• mentor and develop the finance team and optimize systems/processes.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax planning, and regulatory reporting with external partners.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Financial Reporting

ERP Systems

Leadership & Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA or CPA/CFA designation strongly preferred

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is one of Arizona’s fastest-growing engineering firms, with nearly 250 employees across the state. We’re 100% Arizona owned and managed, which means you’ll never feel like a number here. Our team delivers a full spectrum of services - civil engineering, surveying, geotechnical and materials testing, environmental, and EHS - giving you exposure to many paths and projects.

Alta is big enough to offer opportunities, and advanced technology - yet small enough that you’ll know your team, see your impact, and have leadership that knows you.

We’re proud to be a trusted partner to some of the nation’s largest corporations, developers, and public agencies - helping to build the future, while also protecting it through environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions.

Position Overview:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a full‑time, on‑site role based in the Greater Phoenix Area, responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions of Alta Environmental & Infrastructure. The CFO will manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, financial reporting, and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely information for executive leadership and stakeholders. This role includes leading the finance team, developing internal controls, optimizing financial systems, and supporting strategic initiatives such as investments, capital structuring, and growth opportunities. The CFO will collaborate with other senior leaders to evaluate business performance, mitigate risk, and ensure alignment between financial strategy and operational goals. Day‑to‑day responsibilities also include liaising with external auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, while continuously improving processes and policies.

Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Oversee all financial and accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and month‑end and year‑end closing processes.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long‑term financial plans to support the company's operational objectives and strategic growth initiatives.
• Prepare and present accurate, timely financial statements, management reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to ownership and executive leadership.
• Monitor financial performance across business units, identifying trends, evaluating profitability, and providing recommendations to improve operational efficiency and financial results.
• Oversee project accounting and financial performance, including work‑in‑progress (WIP) reporting, revenue recognition, project margins, utilization, overhead allocation, and cost‑to‑complete analysis.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships to ensure adequate liquidity and support ongoing business operations and future investments.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain the integrity of financial reporting.
• Partner with business unit leaders and project managers to evaluate financial performance, improve project profitability, manage expenses, and support informed business decisions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Oversee financial systems, accounting software, and reporting tools, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve data accuracy, and increase operational efficiency.
• Coordinate annual financial audits, tax planning, and regulatory reporting requirements in collaboration with external accountants, auditors, and other professional advisors.
• Evaluate capital expenditures, equipment investments, financing arrangements, and other significant financial commitments to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic growth opportunities through financial due diligence, valuation analysis, financial modeling, and post‑acquisition integration.
• Collaborate with ownership and executive leadership on strategic planning, risk management, organizational growth, and long‑term financial sustainability.
• Maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, insurance providers, external advisors, and other stakeholders.
• Promote financial accountability throughout the organization by providing business unit leaders with meaningful financial information and helping them understand the financial impact of operational decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, reduce unnecessary expenses, strengthen financial processes, and maximize the company's overall financial performance.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary to support the company's financial and operational objectives.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Strong skills in financial reporting, accounting principles, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Experience in strategic planning, business analysis, and supporting organizational growth and transformation.
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and data analysis tools to drive insight and efficiency.
• Proven leadership abilities, including managing and mentoring finance teams and collaborating with executive leadership.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA designation is strongly preferred.
• Experience as a senior finance leader (e.g., CFO, VP of Finance, Controller) in a growth‑oriented or mid‑sized organization.
• Strong understanding of risk management, corporate governance, and internal controls.
• Ability to work on‑site in the Greater Phoenix Area and engage in hands‑on collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Why Alta?

See your impact.

How many people can drive by a highway, school, or major company and say, “I helped build that?”

At Alta, every employee can. The work we do is visible in the infrastructure communities rely on every day.

We’re passionate about developing people. Many of our leaders began their journey in entry level positions and worked their way up into management. We invest in you from day one with hands‑on training, paid certifications, and mentorship to help you progress in your career.

Working at Alta means:

• Career mobility: clear paths to grow into leadership roles.
• Multi‑disciplinary exposure: civil, survey, geotechnical, materials testing, environmental, EHS, etc.
• Investment in you: ongoing training.
• Culture of belonging: supportive teams where your work is recognized.

Impact you can see: the chance to contribute to projects that define communities.

As an Alta E&I employee you will receive the opportunity to enroll in our company sponsored benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability) and 401k plan. You will also receive 7 paid company holidays and accrue up to 10 paid days off. Join us and get a career!

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other protected status. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.