Construction Finance Director: Strategic Leader & Partner

Employment Resource Group; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream Company in the Upper Midwest seeks a Director of Finance - Construction to join its senior leadership and help shape financial strategy while owning day-to-day accounting. This role requires deep construction know-how and a drive to build structure that supports ambitious growth.

You will lead a high-performing finance team, manage cash flow, audits, and tax planning, and partner with the President and leaders to provide strategic insights that guide investments and operating decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration required.
• Construction accounting experience preferred; CPA/ CMA a plus.
• Experience leading finance teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Advise President and senior leaders on financial strategy and long-range planning.
• Oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and GL.
• Oversee project accounting, job costing, and WIP reporting.
• Manage cash flow, banking relations, and working capital.
• Own ERP and reporting systems; develop dashboards for decision making.
• Coordinate tax planning and multi-state compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial strategy

Forecasting

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Master's degree

Tools

QuickBooks with project accounting

ERP systems

Job description

Dream Company in the Upper Midwest seeks a Director of Finance - Construction to join its senior leadership and help shape financial strategy while owning day-to-day accounting. This role requires deep construction know-how and a drive to build structure that supports ambitious growth.

You will lead a high-performing finance team, manage cash flow, audits, and tax planning, and partner with the President and leaders to provide strategic insights that guide investments and operating decisions.