Chief Financial Officer - Construction

Cogent Analytics; Schwenksville (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Cogent Analytics is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead all financial operations and partner with the executive team on growth and strategic planning. You will oversee accounting, treasury, tax, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, risk management, HR, and long-term strategy.

This role drives monthly closes, prepares and analyzes financial statements, ensures GAAP compliance, manages banking and cash flow, mentors staff, and evaluates ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• MBA, CPA, CMA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive financial leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Partner with executive leadership on growth initiatives and planning.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and present financial statements and analyses.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and tax obligations.
• Manage banking, lending, financing, and cash flow activities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and risk management practices.
• Lead audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Develop and mentor finance staff.
• Evaluate financial systems and ERP platforms to improve efficiency.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, and special projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA/CPA/CMA preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading all financial operations of the organization and serving as a strategic business partner to executive leadership. The CFO oversees accounting, treasury, tax, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, risk management, HR, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with company objectives
• Partner with executive leadership on growth initiatives, capital allocation, and business planning
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare and present financial statements and performance analyses
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and tax obligations
• Manage banking, lending, financing, and cash flow activities
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls and risk management practices
• Lead audits and serve as primary contact for external auditors
• Develop and mentor finance and accounting staff
• Evaluate financial systems and ERP platforms to improve efficiency
• Support mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, and special projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, taxation, and internal controls
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills

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Benefits

• Performance based bonus