Director of Finance- Construction

Spyglass Talent Solutions, a retained recruitment firm based in Raleigh, NC, has been engaged by a well-established Raleigh-based construction company to conduct a search for a Director of Finance.

The Director of Finance is a newly created, high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the company’s President & Partner. This person will oversee all accounting and financial operations while also serving as a strategic partner to ownership, helping guide financial decision‑making as the business continues to scale.

This company prides itself on exceptional service, high character, and quality craftsmanship. As the business continues to grow toward its next phase of expansion, this role will be critical in bringing structure, insight, extracts and forward‑looking financial strategy to the organization.

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll
  
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• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with GAAP
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year‑end financial close processes
• Manage payroll processing, tax reporting (W‑2, 1099), and vendor disbursements
• Coordinate with external CPA firms on tax filings, audits, and compliance schedules
• Oversee insurance evaluations and renewals including general liability, workers’ compensation, vehicle, and equipment coverage
• Create and maintain promissory notes and track intercompany and partner‑related loans

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• Deliver clear, actionable financial reporting and operating metrics, translating numbers into business intelligence
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning processes aligned with growth goals
• Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis with recommendations for course correction
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and debt obligations across the business
• Identify and lead cost optimization initiatives while preserving quality, service, and craftsmanship
• Support pricing strategy, margin analysis, and job‑level profitability for custom home projects

• Oversee the accounting function, Kontext scalable elements and best practices
• Partner closely with operations, sales, and design teams to ensure financial alignment across the organization
• Evaluate and improve financial systems, reporting tools, and workflow as the company grows
• Help professionalize the finance function while maintaining the entrepreneurial, team‑oriented culture of the business
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Skills & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within construction, homebuilding, or real estate
• Strong understanding of construction/job cost accounting and percentage‑of‑completion reporting preferred
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis
• Ability to operate comfortably at both a detailed, transactional level and a strategic, big‑picture level
• Strong leadership skills with experience building or elevating accounting processes
• Ability to perform at a high level in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment
• Willingness to be held to a high standard, and possession of high integrity, a strong work ethic, and a service‑oriented mindset required
Seniority level
• Director
Employment type
• Full‑time
Job function
• Accounting/Auditing and Finance