Strategic CFO & Business Operations Leader (Hybrid)

Key People; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Key People in Kansas is seeking a CFO / Business Operations Director to lead finance, accounting, risk, IT, HR, and operations. This executive collaborates with the CEO and COO to shape strategy, budgeting, and long-term growth, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting.

The role requires 10+ years of senior financial leadership, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems and project-based accounting. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree required; MBA/CPA/CMA preferred.
• 10+ years of senior financial leadership in project-based businesses.
• Experience with ERP systems, budgeting, forecasting, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive finance and operational strategy with CEO/COO.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Manage accounting, tax, controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Direct project costing, WIP, and profitability analyses.
• Coordinate banking, bonding, insurance, and external audits.
• Develop risk management, internal controls, and governance.
• Lead HR, IT, and operations alignment with financial goals.
• Drive process improvements and ERP/system enhancements.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial planning

Forecasting

Budgeting

Executive communication

Financial analysis

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Construction Mgmt/Business Admin

MBA / CPA / CMA or equivalent preferred

Tools

Viewpoint

CMiC

Sage 300

Procore Financials

Job description

Key People in Kansas is seeking a CFO / Business Operations Director to lead finance, accounting, risk, IT, HR, and operations. This executive collaborates with the CEO and COO to shape strategy, budgeting, and long-term growth, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate reporting.

The role requires 10+ years of senior financial leadership, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems and project-based accounting. Travel to project sites may be required.