Director of Finance & Risk ManagementRobert Half

Description

A growing construction organization is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee accounting operations, financial planning, risk management, and project financial performance. This is a senior-level role that partners closely with ownership and operational leaders to drive profitability, strengthen internal controls, and support continued growth.

Position Summary

The Senior Construction Controller / Director of Finance & Risk Management will lead the accounting function while providing strategic oversight of financial reporting, job costing, cash flow management, purchasing controls, payroll, benefits, insurance programs, and risk mitigation. The role will supervise an established accounting team and serve as a key business partner to project management and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.

• Ensure general ledger accuracy, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance with accounting best practices.

• Partner with external CPAs, tax advisors, lenders, and ownership on financial reporting and planning initiatives.

Construction Accounting & Job Costing

• Lead project accounting activities, including job costing, WIP reporting, cost-to-complete forecasting, and profitability analysis.

• Monitor project budgets, labor costs, subcontractor costs, material expenditures, and margin performance.

• Partner with project managers to identify risks, mitigate cost overruns, and improve financial outcomes.

Risk Management & Operational Controls

• Oversee insurance programs, workers' compensation costs, employee benefit expenses, and related financial reporting.

• Develop and strengthen internal controls, purchasing procedures, approval workflows, and fraud prevention measures.

• Review contract terms, change orders, retainage, collections, and project-related financial exposure.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

• Establish reporting processes, performance expectations, and financial controls that support organizational growth.

• Deliver executive-level reporting and recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.

• 5+ years of construction accounting or financial leadership experience.

• Strong understanding of WIP reporting, job costing, project accounting, and construction financial operations.

• Experience leading accounting teams and developing internal controls.

• Knowledge of payroll, purchasing controls, insurance programs, and multi-state operations.

• Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or CCIFP designation.

• Experience supporting industrial, commercial, electrical, mechanical, or specialty contractors.

• Background within organizations ranging from $10M to $100M+ in annual revenue.

• Experience with construction accounting systems, job cost software, and ERP platforms.

• Familiarity with bonding, surety reporting, and large-scale project environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $140,000-$165,000

• Performance-based bonus opportunity

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off.

For immediate consideration, please reach out to Leigh Goings on LinkedIn!

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