Chief Financial Officer

HHM Talent is assisting a client who is looking for a Chief Financial Officer for their construction company based in Chattanooga, TN. Position Overview Our client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and accounting operations for a construction company based in Rossville, Georgia. This role will oversee financial reporting across multiple entities, manage an accounting team, and partner closely with the CEO to support business performance and growth. The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting experience, particularly in work in progress (WIP) reporting, job costing, project profitability, and cash flow management. This position requires a leader who delegates effectively, develops the team, and communicates confidently with customers and operational leadership. The CFO will also help strengthen financial processes and support the evaluation of new accounting software. Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning across three entitiesOversee construction accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and overbillings and underbillingsPartner with project and operational leaders to review project costs, estimated costs to complete, margins, and financial risksEnsure accurate, timely financial statements, monthly and year-end close processes, and consolidated year-end reportingManage cash flow, working capital, billing, and collections to support ongoing projects and business needsLead and develop the accounting team, clearly assigning responsibilities, delegating work, and establishing accountabilityTranslate financial results into practical recommendations for the CEO and leadership teamCommunicate directly with customers regarding billing, payment questions, and other financial mattersStrengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting consistency across the organizationCoordinate with external accounting, tax, and banking partnersSupport the evaluation and potential implementation of new accounting software, including improvements to current software processes Qualifications Significant financial leadership experience in construction or a closely related project-based businessStrong working knowledge of construction accounting, with demonstrated ownership of WIP reporting, job costing, and project financial analysisExperience overseeing financial reporting for multiple entities, including consolidated reportingProven ability to lead an accounting team, delegate effectively, and develop staffStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the company professionally in customer meetings and phone conversationsExperience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controlsAbility to balance strategic leadership with hands-on involvement when neededExperience evaluating or implementing accounting systems is preferred