A well-established, family-owned construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their leadership team. Known for its collaborative and close-knit culture, the company values integrity, teamwork, and excellence. The construction firm is located in the Ridgefield Park, NJ area and will be onsite.Client DetailsThe construction firm is a well-established, family-owned construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects. This established construction firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their leadership team. Known for its collaborative and close-knit culture, the company values integrity, teamwork, and excellence. With a commitment to maintaining financial health and driving strategic growth, the firm is poised for continued success in the construction industry. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company where your leadership will make a significant impact.Description
- Lead and manage a team of three finance professionals, overseeing daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
- Develop and monitor financial plans, budgets, and forecasts to ensure alignment with the company's strategic goals.
- Oversee cash flow management, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
- Provide financial reporting and analysis to ownership and senior leadership, offering actionable insights to support decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, industry standards, and internal controls.
- Collaborate with project managers and operational leaders to monitor project costs, profitability, and financial performance.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and efficiency enhancements within financial operations.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to ownership on financial strategy, investments, and growth opportunities.Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven experience in the construction industry is required.
- Strong knowledge of construction accounting, including project costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition standards, and AIA Billing.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to managing financial operations.Job Offer
- Excellent compensation + benefits
- Fantastic family oriented work environment
- Opportunity for autonomy, control; report right in to President
- Budget - $140K - $165K + bonusMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.