Strategic CFO & Operations Leader (Construction)

Essenti Talent; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Essenti Talent is seeking a CFO / Business Operations Director to lead our financial and operational strategy from the Kansas region. The role partners with the CEO/COO to align capital allocation, budgeting, and technology investments with growth objectives.

You will oversee accounting, tax planning, risk management, and cross-functional operations, providing executive-level financial insight and robust governance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced designation preferred.
• Experience in senior financial management and project-based businesses.
• Ability to lead multiple business support functions and ERP implementations.

Responsibilities

• Set long-term financial and operational strategy with executive team.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Manage GAAP compliance, tax planning, and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Financial stewardship

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

MBA/CPA/CMA preferred

Tools

Viewpoint

CMiC

Sage 300

Procore Financials

Job description

Essenti Talent is seeking a CFO / Business Operations Director to lead our financial and operational strategy from the Kansas region. The role partners with the CEO/COO to align capital allocation, budgeting, and technology investments with growth objectives.

You will oversee accounting, tax planning, risk management, and cross-functional operations, providing executive-level financial insight and robust governance across the organization.