VP, Finance Operations
Hybrid | Up to 50% Travel | Strategic Leadership Opportunity | Location: New Orleans area or within a 60-mile radius.

About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a VP, Finance Operations to join their executive leadership team and oversee financial strategy and operational reporting for a key business segment. This high-impact position plays a critical role in aligning financial performance with broader business goals and driving excellence in project-based financial management.

As the company continues its strong growth trajectory, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance leader to step into a strategic seat with visibility across the organization. The right candidate will bring deep financial expertise, strong project accounting knowledge, and a desire to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Why Join?

• Career Growth: Join a high-growth organization with strong opportunities for internal advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: A company that values innovation, learning, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Generous Total Rewards: Competitive base salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Strategic Influence: Trusted advisor to executive leadership, with a seat at the table to shape future direction.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to segment leadership, providing guidance on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational performance.
• Oversee project-level financial reporting, ensure adherence to accounting standards, and lead improvements in systems and reporting processes.
• Mentor and lead finance team members; support performance management, talent development, and team growth.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze project-level data, and present accurate, timely financial information to executive stakeholders.
• Coordinate and execute the annual budget process for the segment.
• Partner with other operational leaders to identify risks, enhance processes, and support decision-making across the business.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing, collections, and cash management across assigned regions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to drive performance improvements and eliminate silos.
• Participate in internal and external negotiations as needed, including contracts and settlements.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area.
• CPA required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior management role ideally with both external audit and in-house financial management experience gained in a high-growth organization
• Experience with GAAP as well as construction accounting principles
• Proven track record of success facilitating progressive organizational change and development within a growing organization
• Experience mentoring and coaching finance teams with varied levels of expertise
• Ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively as both a strategic and tactical thinker
• Passion for the company's mission and long-term success

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Experience working for one of the Big 4 accounting firms and/or construction industry experience
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related area
• CMA, CFMA, or MBA

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