VP of Finance

Potelco Inc; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Potelco, Inc. is seeking a VP of Finance to join our corporate team in Sumner, WA. You will provide strategic financial leadership, oversee two business lines, and partner with executives to drive performance and process excellence.

You will lead a finance team handling project accounting, month-end close, and reporting, ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls. A CPA and 10+ years of leadership experience are preferred for this critical role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Adminstration or related field.
• Active CPA license and strong GAAP knowledge.
• 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience.
• Experience in construction, utility, or infrastructure industries.
• Proficiency with month-end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and strategic guidance across two business lines.
• Build and lead a high-performing finance team.
• Partner with executive management to support operational and financial decision-making.
• Oversee month-end close, job costing, revenue recognition, and project financial performance.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and coordinate external audits.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across the business lines.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Urgency and results orientation

Education

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

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting ERP systems

Job description

Potelco, Inc. is looking for a great VP of Finance to join our corporate team in Sumner, WA. This role provides strategic financial leadership and oversight across two business lines, partnering closely with operational and executive leadership to drive financial performance, accounting integrity, and process excellence. The VP of Finance reports to the CFO and leads a team of finance professionals supporting project accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting functions.

What You'll Do

• Provide financial leadership and strategic guidance across two business lines
• Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
• Partner with business line leaders and executive management to support operational and financial decision-making
• Drive process improvements and standardization across finance functions

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Direct project accounting functions, including job costing, revenue recognition, and project financial performance
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across all financial reporting
• Review and approve financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for both business lines

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to executive leadership
• Ensure internal controls are designed, implemented, and maintained effectively
• Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes
• Ensure internal controls are designed, implemented, maintained, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Adminstration or related field
• 10+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience
• Experience in construction, utility, or infrastructure industries
• Active CPA license
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP
• Demonstrated experience in project accounting
• Proven experience leading, developing, and managing finance teams
• Strong knowledge of month-end close processes and financial reporting
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple business lines or divisions within a single organization
• MBA or advanced finance/accounting credential

What You'll Get

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $170,000.00/Yr. - USD $210,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.