Jl Partners

Base pay range: $250,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Chief Financial Officer

The CFO will be a strategic partner to the President and executive team, driving growth, financial discipline, and innovation across a rapidly expanding construction enterprise. This leader will architect scalable financial systems, strengthen cash flow performance, and provide forward-looking insights that empower operational leaders across multiple locations. The CFO will also foster integration and synergy with operational leadership, aligning financial strategy with field execution to accelerate growth and profitability. The role requires a mix of strategic foresight, operational command, and entrepreneurial thinking, balancing risk management with bold growth.

• Strategic & Financial Leadership
  • Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to long-term strategic planning, acquisitions, and organizational design.
  • Partner with the President to establish and monitor strategic growth targets, capital allocation, and performance metrics.
  • Lead financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning to guide investment decisions and business expansion.
  • Build a finance infrastructure capable of supporting $1B+ in annual revenue.
• Operational Finance & Controls
  • Oversee accounting, treasury, budgeting, and financial reporting functions across all business units.
  • Strengthen financial discipline, improving gross margin predictability, cost management, and project-level financial visibility.
  • Foster integration and synergy with operational leaders to align project execution, cash flow, and profitability goals.
  • Implement advanced systems for job cost tracking, WIP reporting, and cash forecasting.
  • Lead risk management, bonding capacity, insurance programs, and banking relationships.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal audit standards.
• Growth, M&A, and Capital Strategy
  • Drive M&A due diligence, integration, and capitalization strategies to support both organic and acquisitive growth.
  • Build and sustain strong relationships with key stakeholders—vendors, shareholders, banks, insurance and surety partners, and professional service providers—to strengthen the company’s financial position and strategic agility.
• Technology & Process Innovation
  • Champion data-driven decision-making through financial technology, automation, and real-time analytics.
  • Drive integration and innovation across all business functions through connected systems, shared data, and cross-department collaboration.
  • Advance digital reporting, dashboards, and business intelligence across departments.
• Leadership & Culture
  • Develop and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team aligned with company values and culture.
  • Foster integration and synergy across finance, operations, and leadership teams to drive unified execution.
  • Promote accountability, transparency, and financial literacy across all departments.
  • Act as a culture carrier and strategic influencer within the leadership team.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience; at least 5 years in a CFO or senior finance role in construction, development, or related industries.
• Proven success scaling a mid-size company to $700MM–$1B+ through operational discipline and strategic foresight.
• Deep understanding of construction finance, including WIP, bonding, and project accounting.
• Demonstrated experience with M&A, strategic planning, and capital markets.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, able to translate financial insights into strategic actions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred.
• Must be based in Iowa (or willing to relocate); presence and visibility across company offices required.

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Finance and Business Development

Industries

Construction, Real Estate, and Civil Engineering

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Pension plan