Strategic Construction CFO — Hybrid, KS

Sun Recruiting; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a CFO/Business Operations Director to lead finance, accounting, risk, and operations.

The role partners with the CEO/COO to drive strategic planning, capital allocation, and company-wide financial stewardship in a hybrid Kansas-based setting. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in financial leadership within construction or project-driven businesses, strong GAAP knowledge, and experience with ERP/PM systems like Viewpoint, CMiC, Sage 300, and Procore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, finance, construction management, business administration, or related field.
• MBA/CPA/CMA or similar advanced designation preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive financial and operational leadership experience.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, job costing, WIP reporting, and project financial management.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, construction accounting, revenue recognition, and internal controls.
• Experience managing banking, bonding, insurance, and external audit relationships.
• Ability to lead multiple departments and develop leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team to set and monitor long-term strategy.
• Direct annual budgeting process and monitor performance with variances and trends.
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, capital planning, and financing strategies.
• Lead accounting, tax planning, and compliance across federal, state, and local requirements.
• Provide leadership for HR, IT, Risk Management, and Operations alignment.
• Improve financial systems and processes for accuracy and visibility.
• Ensure internal controls and risk management across the organization.
• Communicate financial performance to owners and leadership clearly.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive presence

Financial acumen

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field

MBA, CPA, CMA, or other advanced designation preferred

Tools

Viewpoint

CMiC

Sage 300

Procore

Job description

Sun Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a CFO/Business Operations Director to lead finance, accounting, risk, and operations.

The role partners with the CEO/COO to drive strategic planning, capital allocation, and company-wide financial stewardship in a hybrid Kansas-based setting. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in financial leadership within construction or project-driven businesses, strong GAAP knowledge, and experience with ERP/PM systems like Viewpoint, CMiC, Sage 300, and Procore.