Chief Financial Officer

Our client is an industry-leading design-build firm known for high-quality project delivery, innovative construction solutions, and long-term client partnerships. As the company continues to scale, we are seeking a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to strengthen our financial foundation, drive growth, and support our expanding investments portfolio.

Position Overview

The
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations. This role requires a
hands-on, detail-oriented leader
who thrives in a dynamic environment and can balance strategic vision with day-to-day financial management.

The CFO will also oversee and manage the company's
investments, real estate holdings, joint ventures, and long-term financial strategies
, ensuring strong returns and alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Provide strategic financial direction to the CEO and executive team to support company growth and profitability.
• Develop and execute long-term financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting for all business units.
• Lead financial modeling, risk analysis, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee corporate banking, financing arrangements, and capital structure management.

Financial Operations & Controls

• Manage all day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, AP/AR, payroll, treasury, and cash flow.
• Ensure accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain strong internal controls, ensure compliance with ASPE/IFRS and all regulatory requirements.
• Oversee year-end audits, reviews, and tax filings; serve as primary contact with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Optimize financial systems, reporting tools, and accounting processes for efficiency and accuracy.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead the development and management of company-wide budgets, cost controls, and financial KPIs.
• Provide timely financial reports and dashboards to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Analyze job costing, project profitability, and variance reports for all construction projects.
• Oversee cash-flow forecasting and liquidity planning to support operations and future growth.

Investments & Asset Management

• Manage the company's
  investment portfolio
  , including real estate assets, development projects, private investments, and joint ventures.
• Conduct due diligence, financial analysis, and ROI assessments for new investment opportunities.
• Monitor performance of existing investments and recommend adjustments to optimize returns.
• Work with legal, banking, and investment partners to structure deals and secure financing.

Business Growth & Operational Support

• Support strategic initiatives such as acquisitions, partnerships, and expansion into new markets.
• Provide financial leadership for project planning, estimating, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee insurance, risk management, bonding, and financial compliance for construction operations.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Operations, and Estimating teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and projections.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring strong performance, professional growth, and effective succession planning.
• Build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within the finance function.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required; MBA or equivalent an asset.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally within construction, real estate development, or design-build environments.
• Proven experience as a
  hands-on
  financial leader capable of working both strategically and operationally.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and project financial controls.
• Experience managing investment portfolios, real estate assets, and capital projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage banking relationships, lending agreements, and capital structures.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• High proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Jonas, Procore, Sage, Viewpoint), Excel, and financial modeling tools.