coDesign · 8 hours ago
Finance Manager
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yrcoDesign is a workplace design-and-build firm passionate about creating inspiring workspaces. They are seeking a highly capable, self-directed Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations and strategic financial planning of the business, ensuring strong internal controls, accurate reporting, and disciplined forecasting.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to the Internal Controller and Project Finance Manager
Ensure consistent adherence to internal control policies and financial best practices
Review Accounts Payable, Payroll, and subcontract financial workflows for compliance and accuracy
Support development of scalable finance and accounting processes as the business expands
Oversee management of the General Ledger and company-wide financial reporting
Lead monthly financial close, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables
Produce and review project gross profit, Work-in-Progress (WIP), and margin reporting
Manage cash flow planning, liquidity monitoring, and forecasting
Drive budgeting and forecast management across company and project portfolios
Support Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), including financial modeling, variance analysis, and business performance insights for leadership
Partner with the CFO on strategic initiatives including pricing strategy, cost structure analysis, and long-term financial planning
Assist with M&A-related financial analysis, due diligence support, and integration planning where applicable
Evaluate financial risks and opportunities tied to growth, new markets, and operational expansion
Coordinate insurance management and annual renewals
Partner with external tax accountants and advisors to ensure timely filings and compliance
Support new state tax registrations, licensing, and regulatory requirements as coDesign expands geographically
Qualification
Required
Strong background in finance and accounting, ideally in construction, design-build, or contract-based industries
Familiarity with Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting and project-based financial reporting
Experience managing or mentoring accounting/finance teams
Demonstrated ability in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles
Advanced computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel
Preferred
Exposure to M&A activities such as due diligence, integration, or transaction support is a plus
Benefits
An opportunity to lead finance operations across all project verticals
A strategic partnership with company leadership during an exciting growth stage
An experienced, energetic team and an innovative business model experiencing rapid expansion
Company
coDesign
coDesign is a strategy, design, and build firm.
Founded in 2016
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
B
Ben Brothers
Co-Founder & CEO
Ben Hales
Co-Founder
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