Salary: $145000.00 to $150000.00 yearly

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Finance to join a growing construction company based in Austin, TX. The ideal candidate will bring deep financial expertise in the construction industry, particularly in percent-of-completion accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and job costing. This is a critical leadership role for a scaling business, and the VP of Finance will be responsible for driving financial strategy, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting aggressive growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, providing financial guidance to support long-term growth.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to support decision-making and business scaling.
• Develop and execute financial strategies that align with company goals and expansion plans.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in compliance with GAAP, with an emphasis on percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting.
• Manage audits, tax filings, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Construction Finance Operations
• Own the work-in-progress (WIP) schedule process, including analysis and communication with project managers.
• Oversee job costing, budgeting, and profitability analysis across multiple projects and divisions.
• Ensure accurate and timely cost allocation and variance analysis.
• Systems & Process Improvement
• Evaluate and enhance financial systems, controls, and processes to scale operations effectively.
• Work closely with project management and field operations to improve data flow, reporting accuracy, and financial visibility.
• Team Leadership
• Lead and mentor a growing finance/accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience in the construction industry, including experience with POC accounting, WIP reporting, and job costing.
• Demonstrated experience working in or scaling a fast-growing, multi-project construction business.
• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycle, billing cycles, retainage, subcontractor management, and risk management.
• Proficiency in construction ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista, Sage 300 CRE, Procore financials, or equivalent).
• Proven leadership and change management skills.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.
  
  
  

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