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Watt Talent Solutions-Recruiting · 1 day ago

Chief Financial Officer

LV Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Watt Talent Solutions-Recruiting is a well-established mid-sized construction organization in the Southwest region, seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership to ensure the company’s fiscal health and operational efficiency, overseeing all financial operations and serving as a key advisor to the CEO and Board of Owners.

Human Resources

Responsibilities

Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with corporate goals and growth initiatives

Partner with the CEO and executive team to support long-term business planning and capital structure optimization

Provide strategic recommendations on financial performance, growth opportunities, and risk mitigation

Oversee financial reporting and ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and corporate policies

Lead month-end and year-end close processes, financial statement preparation, and audit coordination

Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support ongoing operations and future investments

Maintain and enhance cost accounting systems, including job costing and variance analysis

Collaborate with operations leadership to improve margins and identify profit enhancement opportunities

Analyze financial performance and KPIs to provide actionable recommendations that drive profitability and cash-flow improvements

Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting efforts

Analyze budget variances, identify key drivers, and recommend corrective actions

Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decisions

Implement and manage strong internal controls to safeguard company assets

Oversee insurance, treasury, credit, and risk management functions

Ensure compliance with financial, legal, and regulatory standards

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team

Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Estimating, and Marketing

Build trust with senior management and external partners

Qualification

Financial leadershipCost accountingFinancial analysisERP systemsCash flow managementAnalytical abilityStakeholder managementStrategic thinkingLeadershipCommunication

Required

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

10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including at least 3 years in a senior finance role within construction, engineering, or manufacturing

Demonstrated experience with cost accounting, ERP systems, and change management

Strong strategic thinking, analytical ability, and business acumen

Expertise in cost reduction, cash flow management, and financial analysis

Proven ability to lead modernization efforts through technology, standardized processes, and best practices

Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

High integrity, transparency, and commitment to ethical financial stewardship