Chief Financial Officer

About the CompanyOur client is a rapidly growing commercial engineering firm delivering complex, high-value projects across more than six states. The company partners with leading clients in infrastructure, industrial, and commercial sectors, providing design, build, and integrated engineering solutions. Backed by a leading private equity sponsor, the organization is scaling aggressively through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.Position OverviewThe Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as a strategic business partner to the CEO and private equity investors, leading all aspects of financial management, reporting, and operational integration. This executive will play a critical role in driving scalable infrastructure, integrating recent acquisitions, and providing financial leadership to support the company’s continued expansion.This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on financial leader with experience in M&A integration, business consolidation, and financial operations within a multi-entity or project-based environment.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Financial ManagementServe as a key member of the executive team, developing financial strategies to support long-term growth, profitability, and operational excellence.Oversee financial planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cash management.Partner with the CEO and PE sponsor to evaluate investment opportunities, strategic initiatives, and acquisition targets.Operational Finance & IntegrationLead financial integration efforts across multiple acquisitions, ensuring consistent reporting, controls, and processes.Design and implement scalable financial systems, policies, and internal controls to support multi-state operations.Drive ERP optimization and lead a planned NetSuite upgrade/implementation to streamline financial and project reporting.Accounting & ReportingOversee all accounting functions including general ledger, project accounting, cost accounting, and revenue recognition.Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.Manage external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.Project & Cost AccountingEnsure accurate application of Cost-to-Completion accounting and project margin tracking across complex engineering engagements.Partner with operations leadership to improve visibility into project profitability, resource utilization, and cash flow.Develop dashboards and KPI reporting to drive data-based operational decision-making.Team LeadershipBuild and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.Foster collaboration between finance and operations to strengthen financial discipline throughout the organization.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred.15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including prior CFO or VP Finance role.Proven success in PE-backed or high-growth middle-market environments.Deep expertise in financial operations, ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), and M&A integration.Experience implementing or managing Cost-to-Completion accounting within a project-based or engineering/construction business.Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills.Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.