Interim Chief Financial Officer

Interim Chief Financial Officer with a commercial and residential construction company.
 

Summary

The Interim Chief Financial Officer will be a seasoned financial leader with deep roots in construction accounting and real estate development — someone who can serve as a strategic partner to ownership while driving the operational and financial rigor that growth demands.

The assignment will begin immediately and is expected to last at least 3 – 6 months with the possibility to convert to a permanent position.   

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.

• Develop and manage the company’s annual budget.
• Conduct financial forecasting and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Create and analyze financial models for multifamily and residential development projects, assessing costs, revenue potential, profitability, and risk factors.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate records for tax purposes and collaborate with tax professionals as needed.

• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess financial risks and opportunities.
• Support investment planning and decision-making for new developments and projects, utilizing financial models to evaluate feasibility and returns.
• Reports directly to ownership; executive-level seat at the table
• Full oversight of accounting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Lead and manage banking and capital relationships, including land acquisition and development financing
• Drive job costing, WIP reporting, and project-level financial performance
• Active partner in evaluating new development opportunities

Requirements

• 10+ years of financial leadership in construction, homebuilding, or real estate development
• Expertise in job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and multi-entity structures
• Established lender relationships and experience structuring development financing
• CPA, MBA, and/or degree in Finance or Accounting preferred