Controller

Kavaliro is seeking a Controller / CFO & Office Manager for a growing multi-division construction organization. This role involves leading all accounting and financial operations, serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership, and overseeing operational aspects. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned construction finance leader capable of both strategic planning and day-to-day execution in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Must Have

• Direct all accounting functions (GAAP, AP, AR, payroll, GL, reporting)
• Oversee cash management and forecasting
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Manage WIP, job costing, over/under billings, percentage-of-completion accounting
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure tax and reporting compliance
• Develop and execute financial strategies
• Provide financial modeling, forecasting, and risk analysis
• Oversee office operations
• Supervise accounting/payroll staff
• Construction accounting experience required
• Proven senior financial leadership (Controller/CFO level)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• 10+ years progressive accounting/finance experience
• 5+ years senior financial leadership
• Deep understanding of construction financial operations, revenue recognition, and bonding

Good to Have

• CPA and/or CMA strongly preferred
• MBA a plus

Overview

Kavaliro is partnering with a growing, multi-division organization in the construction sector to identify a Controller / CFO & Office Manager. This individual will lead all accounting and financial operations while serving as a strategic partner to executive leadership. The role combines hands-on financial leadership with operational oversight in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

This position is ideal for a seasoned construction finance leader who thrives in both strategic and day-to-day execution.

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Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance Leadership

• Direct all accounting functions in accordance with GAAP, including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting
• Oversee cash management, bank relationships, credit cards, and daily cash flow forecasting
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements
• Manage WIP schedules, over/under billings, job cost transfers, and percentage-of-completion accounting
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax and reporting requirements
• Maintain internal controls and financial safeguards
• Coordinate audits and act as primary liaison with auditors and financial partners
• Support licensing, insurance renewals, credit applications, and corporate filings

CFO / Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with long-term business goals
• Provide financial modeling, forecasting, and risk analysis
• Advise executive leadership on capital structure, financing options, and strategic initiatives
• Analyze variances, monitor budgets, and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership

Office & Operational Management

• Oversee office operations, supplies, equipment, and facility coordination
• Act as primary contact for vendors, landlords, and service providers
• Maintain a professional, organized office environment

Leadership & Team Support

• Supervise accounting/payroll staff and collaborate closely with HR
• Serve as a key member of the leadership team
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and values-driven culture

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Qualifications

• Construction accounting experience required
• Strong background in WIP, job costing, and over/under billing
• Proven experience in senior financial leadership (Controller, Director of Finance, or CFO level)
• Demonstrated ability to lead both strategically and tactically
• Experience working with auditors, banks, and external financial partners

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Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (required)
• CPA and/or CMA strongly preferred; MBA a plus
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• 5+ years in senior financial leadership
• Deep understanding of construction financial operations, revenue recognition, and bonding

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.