Chief Financial Officer

Smith Group of Americas; United States; Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who has extensive experience within the construction industry and the skills to lead financial operations effectively. This is a part-time role with the potential to transition to full-time, working in a hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate will have a background in financial strategy development, capital management, and compliance with industry regulations. This opportunity offers a competitive environment and involves collaboration with executive leadership to drive business success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of financial leadership experience with 5 years in the construction industry.
• Proven ability to manage financial operations in a project-driven environment.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with construction operations.
• Manage cash flow, capital expenditures, and working capital.
• Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations.

Skills

Understanding of construction accounting principles

Leadership and communication skills

Strategic thinking

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Procore

QuickBooks

Paychex

Job description

About Our Organization: Smith Group of Americas is a full-service General Construction and Construction Management company, providing comprehensive preconstruction services and turnkey solutions tailored to your needs. Recognized for excellence across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Retail, Commercial, and more, we leverage our national reach and strategic partnerships to exceed project expectations.

Website: https://www.smithgroupamericas.com

Hiring Manager Job Title: CEO

Job Level: Manager

Employment Status: Part-time Regular

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with deep construction industry experience and a strong commitment to hands‑on, day‑to‑day financial management as well as serving as a strategic business partner to the CEO and executive team. These individual plans and leads our organization’s financial operations, reporting, and governance to ensure financial health and support high‑level strategic planning. Develops and drives the financial strategy, including capital allocation, funding initiatives, and resource management to support organizational goals. Collaborates with senior leaders to ensure financial controls, policies, and priorities are integrated across business operations. Oversees budgeting and forecasting to ensure resources and efforts align with the organization’s mission. Researches and adopts emerging technologies, tools, and best practices to enhance reporting, forecasting, or operational efficiency. Negotiates and leads funding opportunities through debt, equity, and various financial instruments to support business operations, optimize cash flow, and manage risk.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, including WIP schedules, retainage, and job costing.
• Experience with Procore.
• Proven ability to manage financial operations in a project‑driven environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Skills

• Familiarity with union and non‑union labor cost structures.
• Experience with government contracts and prevailing wage compliance.
• Knowledge of construction law and contract negotiation.
• Management of Financial Resources
• Management of Personnel Resources
• Time Management

Work Context

This is a part‑time position with the potential to transition to full‑time based on business needs and performance.

The role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring office visits once a week.

Business professional attire is expected during in‑office days and client‑facing meetings.

The position involves regular collaboration with executive leadership, project managers, and external financial partners.

Primary Job Duties

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s construction operations and growth plans.
• Act as a financial advisor to project managers, superintendents and estimators.
• Provide ongoing financial training and financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for multiple construction projects.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditures to support project timelines and business needs.
• Ensure compliance with industry‑specific regulations, tax laws, and financial reporting standards.
• Lead risk management efforts including insurance, bonding, and contract review.
• Collaborate with project managers and estimators to monitor job costing, profitability, and change orders.
• Maintain relationships with banks, bonding companies, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Support strategic initiatives such as joint ventures, acquisitions, and geographic expansion.
• Oversee daily accounting operations including: AP, AR, payroll, WIP schedules, cash flow management and bank activity.
• Ensure accurate and timely month‑end closes.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability.
• Oversee the finance and accounting department, ensuring effective internal controls, timely reporting, and continuous process improvement.
• Oversee audits and relationships with financial institutions, CPA firms, bonding agents and insurers.

Tools and Technology

• Paychex – for payroll processing and HR management.
• QuickBooks – for accounting, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Procore
• Additional tools may include construction‑specific ERP systems and project management platforms.