Position Title: Director of Finance & Accounting Step into the top finance seat for a growing construction operation where you will have the authority to build, improve, and shape the function. A well-established general engineering contractor specializing in fine grading and asphalt paving is seeking a Director of Finance & Accounting to lead its California finance and accounting operations. This hands-on leadership role oversees accounting, financial reporting, WIP and percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The Director will partner closely with executive and operational leadership while helping the organization navigate a significant period of growth and change. Key priorities include bringing accounting functions in-house, strengthening processes and controls, supporting new financial system implementations, and building a scalable finance infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a seasoned construction finance leader who understands the numbers at a detailed level but can also operate as a strategic business partner. This person must be practical, collaborative, and comfortable introducing structure without losing the close-knit, hardworking culture that has made the organization successful. Salary Range: $155,000 - $195,000 / Year, DOE Responsibilities • Lead the full accounting and finance function, including day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis • Oversee WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting, construction job costing, and project profitability across projects ranging from smaller maintenance work to multimillion-dollar contracts • Transition accounting and WIP responsibilities from outside contractors to an effective internal finance function • Develop stronger accounting processes, internal controls, reporting standards, and financial workflows • Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team while helping determine future department structure and staffing needs • Partner closely with the General Manager, executive leadership, operations, and project teams to improve financial visibility and business performance • Support financial system implementations and help establish scalable processes as the organization continues to evolve Requirements • Bachelor’s degree required • 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience • Strong construction accounting experience required • Advanced knowledge of WIP and percentage-of-completion accounting • Strong construction job costing and project profitability experience • Experience overseeing a complete accounting and finance function • Experience with financial system implementations • Proven ability to lead teams, improve processes, and establish stronger financial controls • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate strategically while remaining close to the details • Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with executives, accounting professionals, project teams, and field operations Benefits • Competitive base salary • Annual bonus opportunity • Medical insurance options with substantial employer contribution • PTO package If you are a construction finance leader who knows WIP, job costing, and percentage-of-completion accounting inside and out and wants the opportunity to build a stronger finance function from the ground up, apply today. #LI-KJ1 #LI-RB1