Strategic CFO/Controller for Construction & Utilities

gpac LLC.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Controller to join its growing leadership team.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction accounting, project-based services, and financial operations to guide strategic business decisions. The role requires overseeing financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, job costing, and treasury management, with a hands-on approach balanced with strategic leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA preferred, but not required.
• Experience in a construction-based or project-driven service company.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting and job costing.
• Experience with construction accounting software and system implementation.
• Strong background in financial and operational analysis, as well as treasury management.
• Experience working within a multi-location organization.
• Balance hands-on accounting with high-level financial strategy.
• Mergers and acquisitions experience is a plus.
• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Opelika, AL area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's financial operations, accounting functions, and treasury management.
• Manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Oversee job costing and financial performance across multiple projects and locations.
• Provide financial and operational analysis to support business decisions.
• Lead and improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Oversee the implementation and optimization of construction-based accounting systems.
• Partner with operational leadership to evaluate financial performance and improve profitability.
• Manage, develop, and support accounting and finance personnel.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Assist with acquisitions, financial due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

Financial analysis

Treasury management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

gpac LLC. is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Controller to join its growing leadership team.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction accounting, project-based services, and financial operations to guide strategic business decisions. The role requires overseeing financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, job costing, and treasury management, with a hands-on approach balanced with strategic leadership.