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VP of Finance - construction experience required

VP of Finance - construction experience required

JobotMaryville, IL, US
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Salary : $120,000 - $160,000 per year

A bit about us :

We are a family owned and operated company that specializes in heavy civil and transportation construction. As a rapidly growing company, we are looking for employees with a strong work ethic and great personality to join our team.

Why join us?

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Collaborative Culture

Benefits :

  • Company-paid medical insurance for full-time employees.
  • Dental, vision, and life insurance after one month.
  • 401(k) with competitive company match.
  • Paid holidays and vacation accruals upon hire.
  • Growth-focused culture with opportunities for advancement.

    • Job Details

    This role is deeply embedded in the company's operations, working closely with project managers, department leaders, ownership, and the finance team. Success requires strong technical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to engage consistently with stakeholders to ensure alignment, accountability, and performance across the business.

    Key Responsibilities :

    Financial Reporting & Close Process

  • Lead monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate consolidated financial

    • statements.

  • Oversee WIP reports, backlog, job tracking, and closeouts through collaboration with project teams.

    • Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Partner with department heads to develop detailed annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Conduct monthly reviews and variance analysis to monitor G&A and drive cost accountability.
  • Provide strategic financial guidance and insights to ownership.
  • Coordinate tax reporting programs.

    • Cash & Treasury Management

  • Manage cash flow and liquidity across entities.
  • Oversee daily approvals, intercompany transfers, and tax payment coordination.

    • Accounts Payable / Receivable Oversight

  • Ensure timely invoice approvals, billing, lien waiver tracking, and aging report reviews.
  • Work with operations and accounting teams to resolve payment issues and ensure compliance.

    • Payroll & Benefits Compliance

  • Review weekly payroll submissions; ensure compliance with tax & reporting deadlines.
  • Manage updates related to workers' compensation & unemployment rates in coordination with HR.

    • Contract & Change Order Compliance

  • Review job contracts and track change orders in close coordination with operations.
  • Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.

    • Corporate Compliance & Risk Management

  • Manage corporate filings, fixed asset records, insurance renewals, and permit reconciliations.
  • Oversee bonding, audits, and insurance program coordination.

    • Team Leadership & Culture Building

  • Lead, mentor and train the finance and accounting team, fostering growth and accountability.
  • Develop team goals and performance plans, conduct regular check-ins, and support professional

    • development.

  • Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture through consistent engagement and leadership by

    • example.

  • Serves on the leadership team to formulate strategy and processes for the company.

    • Strategic & Organizational Initiatives

  • Partner with ownership on business planning, growth strategies, and key initiatives.
  • Align financial processes and reporting with broader organizational goals.
  • Support internal programs, employee initiatives, and company-wide efforts with financial insight and

    • operational awareness.

    Job Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
  • 10-15 years of experience in financial leadership roles, with 3-5 years in construction or multi-entity

    • environments.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, payroll, tax compliance, project cost, WIP reporting, and financial

    • systems (e.g., Viewpoint Spectrum).

  • Experience managing insurance programs including captive, auto, property, inland marine, and

    • umbrella.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

    • Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

    Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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