Vice President of Finance

McShane Construction Company is seeking a financial executive to lead and coordinate company financial planning accounting and financial reporting treasury and cash management risk management and budget management functions. Reporting directly to the President of McShane Construction Company and dotted line reporting to the CFO of The McShane Companies the VP of Finance collaborates with the President to build strategies to successfully execute on the company business and strategic plans.

McShane Construction established in 1984 is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family industrial commercial and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business we are committed to integrity innovation and collaboration offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont IL and regional offices in Auburn AL Madison WI Nashville TN and Phoenix AZ our impact spans nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the President and executive leadership team
• Translate business strategy into financial plans and performance metrics

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Oversee budgeting forecasting and long-range financial planning
• Analyze financial performance trends and variances; recommend corrective actions

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Ensure accurate timely financial reporting in compliance with GAAP/IFRS
• Oversee monthly quarterly and annual close processes
• Manage the preparation of financial outlooks and financial forecasts
• Direct and coordinate financial planning and budget management functions
• Manage external audits and regulatory reporting requirements

Treasury Cash & Risk Management

• Oversee cash flow liquidity banking relationships and debt management
• Identify and mitigate financial operational and compliance risks
• Establish internal controls and financial governance standards
• Assist the CFO with commercial insurance renewals Subcontractor Default Insurance reporting and documentation surety relationships Board reporting tax reporting and compliance and compensation plan administration
• Prequalify subcontractors for all construction projects; approve subcontractors to be hired and execute Risk Mitigation Plans as required.

Operational & Business Partnership

• Partner with business leaders to improve profitability and cost efficiency
• Monitor and analyze monthly operating results job cost reporting and project performance
• Provide financial analysis for contract negotiations and the evaluation of construction projects alliances and joint ventures

People & Team Leadership

• Build mentor and lead high-performing finance teams
• Drive talent development succession planning and performance management
• Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in accounting finance business administration or related field.
• CPA required. Masters degree a plus.
• 10 years professional experience with at least five years in finance and accounting management (i.e. controller assistant controller finance/accounting manager).
• Construction industry experience strongly preferred.
• Public accounting experience a plus.
• Knowledge of finance accounting budgeting and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Working knowledge of federal state and local regulatory regulations.
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems (CMIC etc.)
• Understanding of accounting and project management software (CMiC)
• The position requires strong communication skills business and financial acumen leadership strategic thinking and problem solving/analysis.
• Ability to use a computer the Internet and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint).

Key Information:

• Full-time in-office position.
• Must live within one hour of Rosemont IL. Relocation will not be offered for this position.
• Valid U.S. Drivers License required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Salary Description:

$180000 - $200000 per year. This is a good faith estimate based on available market data. Final offers depend on experience skills and qualifications. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus cell phone allowance and all company-sponsored employee benefits including medical dental vision 401(k) with match and profit sharing student loan assistance and PTO.

McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individuals unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race religion color sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company Cadence McShane Construction Company and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes candidates names or summaries from staffing agencies search firms or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.