Vice President/Head of Finance

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Vice President/Head of Finance based in United States.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the finance function of a fast-growing, technology-driven business transforming the commercial construction industry. You will serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, shaping financial infrastructure, planning, and operational scalability. The position combines financial leadership, project-based accounting expertise, M&A support, and systems innovation. You will build processes that enable growth, improve visibility, and support a transition toward a more scalable platform model. Working across multiple business areas, you will influence capital decisions, operational efficiency, and long-term business strategy. This is a high-impact opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and enjoys building from the ground up.

Accountabilities:: The Vice President/Head of Finance will own the development and execution of financial strategy while building scalable systems, processes, and teams to support business growth. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage complex financial operations, provide strategic insights, and partner with executive stakeholders.

Lead the complete finance function, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, reporting, cash flow management, and financial operations across multiple revenue streams.

Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on capital allocation, business model evolution, growth initiatives, and financial implications of operational transformation.

Develop and maintain financial infrastructure supporting a transition from a managed services model toward a scalable technology-enabled platform.

Own budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and performance reporting processes to support business decision-making.

Oversee project-based accounting operations, including cost tracking, project profitability analysis, billing processes, revenue recognition, and financial controls.

Ensure accurate accounting practices across complex projects, multi-entity structures, and procurement-related financial workflows.

Establish strong internal controls to safeguard client funds and maintain compliance with accounting standards.

Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions, including quality of earnings analysis, valuation modeling, integration planning, and earnout structure evaluation.

Support M&A strategy through financial modeling, transaction analysis, risk assessment, and post-acquisition performance tracking.

Design reporting frameworks that provide visibility at both entity and consolidated levels for leadership and board-level decision-making.

Manage relationships with financial partners, auditors, advisors, and external service providers.

Build, mentor, and scale the finance team while implementing systems and automation solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy.

Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, and enhance financial operations.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced finance leader with strong operational expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to build financial infrastructure in a high-growth environment. You should be comfortable balancing hands-on execution with executive-level decision support.

10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3–5+ years in senior finance leadership positions.

Demonstrated expertise in project-based construction accounting, including draw management, project cost tracking, revenue recognition, and financial controls within construction, procurement, or similar environments.

Proven experience leading M&A activities, including financial due diligence, acquisition modeling, valuation analysis, integration planning, and earnout structures.

Experience working within venture-backed startups, technology companies, or rapidly scaling organizations with investor-grade reporting requirements.

Strong understanding of multi-entity financial structures, consolidation processes, and operational finance management.

Experience building finance functions, processes, and systems in environments where infrastructure is still evolving.

AI-native mindset with experience identifying automation opportunities, designing efficient workflows, and implementing technology-driven improvements.

Familiarity with hybrid business models combining services, marketplaces, and software/platform revenue streams is preferred.

Background in commercial real estate, construction technology, procurement, hospitality, or related industries is a plus.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business recommendations.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, boards, investors, and cross-functional teams.

Comfortable operating independently in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a builder mentality and a collaborative approach.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package with a salary range of $221,000 – $252,000 .

Equity ownership opportunities.

Fully remote work environment within the United States.

High-impact leadership role with direct access to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.

Opportunity to shape financial systems and processes during a significant growth phase.

Exposure to active M&A initiatives and company transformation efforts.

Ability to build and develop a finance organization from the ground up.

Opportunity to work in an innovative, AI-driven environment focused on operational scalability.

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