Director of Finance

Department: Admin

Location: Mount Vernon, NY

Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

About UsOur Company was founded in 1995. We are a coordinated and dedicated team of construction professionals with expertise in concrete, masonry, plastering, drywall, and acoustics. Over time, our company has grown into a reliable multi-trade contractor with bonding capacity, offering a wide range of services to support the successful completion of projects of all sizes.
With a union workforce of more than 500, we perform most of our work in-house, giving our clients greater flexibility and control. From the start, our company has built its reputation on core values of teamwork, integrity, transparency, and a strong commitment to safety — consistently delivering high-quality work to its clients.
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Finance to lead the financial infrastructure of our growing construction company. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of financial operations—including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management—while driving process improvements and ensuring strong internal controls.

You will work closely with senior leadership to align financial strategy with business objectives, optimize resource allocation, and support project-level financial performance. This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment and brings deep expertise in construction finance, job costing, and operational efficiency.

About The CandidateThe ideal candidate is a hands-on, results-driven finance leader with a deep understanding of the operational complexities of construction and project-based work. With experience in high-growth, venture-backed environments, they specialize in building and refining financial infrastructure that supports day-to-day operations and long-term scalability.

They are process-oriented and bring strong experience in developing financial systems, internal controls, and job-costing frameworks that improve visibility and accountability across projects. Their ability to streamline reporting and align financial planning with field operations ensures resources are allocated efficiently and timelines and budgets stay on track.

Proactive and independent, they bring a collaborative approach to cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between finance, operations, and leadership. With a background in overseeing finance and legal functions and managing external partners, they serve as a strategic partner in driving operational excellence, mitigating risk, and supporting sustainable business growth.





Key Responsibilities

• Leverage financial software tools such as Plexus, Vista, and Power BI to streamline reporting, enhance data analysis, and support strategic decision-making
• Direct accounts receivable and accounts payable operations to ensure efficiency and compliance
• Serve as a strategic partner in cross-functional executive initiatives
• Possess robust analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Communicate with clarity and precision to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Supervise the preparation and review of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, Cash Flow Statements) on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial analysis, with a focus on job costing, project billing, and subcontractor payments
• Develop accounting procedures and recommend changes to optimize financial processes
• Develop annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, estimating revenue, direct costs, and overhead for each project and department, considering project lifecycles and operational fluctuations
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and tax filings
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and customized reports that highlight project-specific financial performance and overall company profitability
• Supervise the production of information and reports as required for yearly audits, such as 401K and Workers' Compensation, and provide data for surety bond applications
• Collaborate with HR and the Payroll Administrator to ensure proper flow of employee data, including union reporting and prevailing wage compliance
• Monitor budget performance, track variances, and provide recommendations for corrective action to maintain budgetary compliance and enhance profitability across all projects
• Supervise the reconciliation of bank accounts, including job-specific accounts
• Supervise the preparation of month-end financial reports for the bank, providing detailed project financial summaries
  
  
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; CPA preferred
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in leading finance operations, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration at a senior level
• Proficient in financial software and analytics tools including Plexus, Vista, and Power BI
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a strong command of financial modeling, complex data analysis, pivot tables, and advanced functions to support high-level decision-making
• Oversight of financial reporting, including third-party accounting and tax firms
• Strong business acumen with an emphasis on translating financial data into strategic initiatives
• Proficient in stakeholder management at all organizational levels
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Articulate communicator of intricate financial information
• Adaptable and comfortable operating in dynamic, fast-paced environments
  
  
  
  
  

Core Competencies

Core Competencies

• Financial Acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Manages Ambiguity - Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear
• Directs Work - Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done