Chief Financial Officer -Construction and Real Estate

Who We Are

The Accent Group is a full-service construction company that has brought vibrant new life to a broad range of commercial, residential and multi-family properties with an incomparable combination of quality, trust and integrity in NJ, PA, CT and FL. Our mission is to uphold a standard of superior construction services provided to all community developments.

Since 1994, The Accent Group’s dedication and attention to detail has never wavered. This is what has allowed us to build long-standing relationships with our clients, making The Accent Group a trusted industry leader.

The Team

 The Accent Group is a Family-owned business with experienced Industry experts. This has led to rapid growth based on a reputation built on quality, customer service, fair pricing, trust and integrity. We employ only highly trained, experienced craftsman and managers. We also ensure that all work is done in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Located in Nutley, New Jersey, The Accent Group specializes in working directly with Community Associations and has extensive experience with various building conditions. Our experienced staff specializes in meeting the construction and maintenance needs of these associations from the initial inspection through to project completion.

The Role

Job Summary

We are conducting a search for a candidate to assist in managing our overall profit and growth operations for the firm’s various departments and divisions. Candidate must possess a true entrepreneurial spirit having the ability to drive growth and scale our business in new and existing construction and real estate business, new and existing management, new and existing staff development/performance, and profitability analysis. Key responsibilities include oversight of the long-range financial planning and capital allocation strategy for the Company, overseeing the planning and analysis function responsible for all budgeting, forecasting, financial and business modeling. Ability and experience to look encompassing the business vision and implementing the way we get there.

Responsibilities and Duties

·     Provide leadership, direction and management of the finance and in-house accounting team.

·     Establishing and developing relations with senior management and partners.

·     Provide strategic recommendations to the partners and members of the executive management team.

·     Manage the processes for financial forecasting and budgets and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting including quarterly departmental profit/loss statements.

·     Review staff efficiencies and other aspects of firm’s production via accounting and project management interfacing programs.

·     Advising on long-term business and financial planning.

·     Review existing formal finance related procedures and implement improvements.

·     Spearhead and drive due diligence for mergers and acquisitions for all divisions including construction and real estate.

·     Evaluate buildings and make recommendations

·     Work with partners for overall management and improvement of current business model. 

·     Review business development and client retention procedures and make recommendations for improvements.

·     Review financial performance/ maximization of profits.

·     Ability to drive a $30M organization to double in the next 5 years forecast future working places and provide insights.

·     Enhance and expand the Firm's current reputation, drive overall business and profit growth including EBITDA.

·     Serve as contact between firm and outside accounting professional.

·     Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Finance or related field.
• CPA preferred.

Work Experience

• 10+ years’ experience with 5+ years in an executive leadership capacity. 
• Knowledge of QuickBooks preferred as well as any other construction related accounting software that interfaces with field operations.
• Research, introduce and spearhead new software to streamline financials, cut internal costs by implementing new systems and processes.
• Background in Construction and Real Estate firms required.

Skills:

• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Dynamic, results-driven leader. 
• Demonstrated record of achievement in senior management position. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and delegation skills. 
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with colleagues.
• Ability to attend meetings and events, as needed.
• Ability to work individually or with team members and work collaboratively with other departments. 

Employee Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, professional work environments and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

· Medical, where we pay a portion of the premiums.

· 401K- A retirement program where we provide a match up to 3% regardless of enrollment.

· We offer Paid Holidays, Paid sick time and Vacation days.

· Fully Company funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability benefits

· Employee Referral Program

· Workers Compensation

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Veterans/ Disabled