Growth CFO for Engineering & Construction — Equity

Truenorth Executive Search, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base and bonus compensation package

Long-term equity incentives

Job summary

A lower middle market engineering firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to strategically partner with the CEO in driving growth initiatives. The role involves leading a high-performance finance function, overseeing accounting practices, and implementing ERP systems. Candidates should possess a strong operational understanding and experience in project-based accounting. A competitive compensation package is offered including bonuses and equity incentives.

Qualifications

• Experience leading finance for a growth-focused engineering and construction services platform.
• Strategic, analytic, and operational mindset with the ability to act as a player/coach.
• Strong understanding of percentage of completion accounting and project-based revenue recognition.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performance finance and accounting function with hands-on involvement.
• Partner with CEO and investors on growth initiatives, including M&A.
• Oversee accounting policies and closing processes for project-based revenue recognition.
• Drive ERP implementations for enhanced reporting and decision support.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards for strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Operational expertise

M&A growth strategies

ERP implementation

Job description

A lower middle market engineering firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to strategically partner with the CEO in driving growth initiatives. The role involves leading a high-performance finance function, overseeing accounting practices, and implementing ERP systems. Candidates should possess a strong operational understanding and experience in project-based accounting. A competitive compensation package is offered including bonuses and equity incentives.