Strategic Construction CFO Driving Growth & Profitability

Kimmel & Associates; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Profit-sharing opportunity

Auto allowance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team in Mobile, AL. The CFO will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic planning, and partner with ownership to support growth.

Candidates should have 10+ years in construction finance, ERP system experience (Sage, Viewpoint/Vista, Foundations), and a CPA is preferred. A strong leadership and communication track record is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience within the commercial construction industry.
• Experience as CFO/VP of Finance/Controller for a General Contractor.
• Expertise in construction accounting, WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion, job costing, cash flow.
• Experience managing banking relationships, bonding, insurance, audits, and compliance.
• Ability to partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and growth.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, finance, and financial reporting functions for the organization.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-range financial planning.
• Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and financial performance analysis.
• Direct banking relationships, bonding capacity, insurance programs, audits, and tax coordination.
• Develop financial strategies that support sustainable growth and operational excellence.
• Partner with executive leadership to improve profitability, operational performance, and business planning.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide actionable recommendations to executive leadership.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial processes, and reporting capabilities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Construction finance

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA designation preferred

Tools

Sage

Viewpoint/Vista

Foundations

Job description

Kimmel & Associates seeks an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive team in Mobile, AL. The CFO will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic planning, and partner with ownership to support growth.

Candidates should have 10+ years in construction finance, ERP system experience (Sage, Viewpoint/Vista, Foundations), and a CPA is preferred. A strong leadership and communication track record is essential.