Vice President Finance

Overview

Finatal is exclusively retained on the search for a VP of Finance/CFO to join a private equity-backed construction contractor that is $60m in revenue. This role represents a highly visible opportunity where you will step into being the #1 person in finance reporting directly into the CEO and board. They are needing a leader to bring structure, discipline, and hands-on execution to a growing construction services platform.

You will partner closely with ownership and investors to stabilize and scale the accounting function, taking ownership of core processes including percentage-of-completion accounting, WIP management, job costing, and lender-facing reporting. The business is operationally strong and project-driven, but requires a leader who is comfortable being in the weeds while also building the foundation for stronger KPIs, reporting, and systems utilization.

This is an ideal role for a VP of Finance/CFO who thrives in job-based accounting environments and enjoys rolling up their sleeves to professionalize a finance organization.

• Own the full accounting function, including month-end close, journal entries, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting
• Lead and develop a team of four
• Take over ownership of WIP schedules, job costing, and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Manage year-end audit process and serve as the primary point of contact for lenders and external partners
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting in partnership with ownership, building on existing support structures
• Optimize and fully leverage the Viewpoint ERP system, transitioning job modules currently maintained in Excel
• Establish and monitor KPIs tied to project performance, margin, and operational execution
• Partner cross-functionally with operations to ensure accurate job bids, cost tracking, and financial accountability
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting processes as the business scales

• Proven VP of Finance or CFO within a construction or job-based services environment
• Deep expertise in percentage-of-completion accounting and WIP management
• Experience with Viewpoint ERP strongly preferred
• Strong technical accounting foundation; CPA preferred but not required
• Highly hands-on leader comfortable operating in the details while improving systems and processes
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for ownership and operators
• Willingness to be on-site in Charlotte, NC three days per week