Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Finance)

Job Description
HHM Talent is assisting a client who is looking for a Chief Financial Officer for their construction company based in Chattanooga, TN. Our client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and accounting operations for a construction company based in Rossville, Georgia. This role will oversee financial reporting across multiple entities, manage an accounting team, and partner closely with the CEO to support business performance and growth.

The ideal candidate brings strong construction accounting experience, particularly in work in progress (WIP) reporting, job costing, project profitability, and cash flow management. This position requires a leader who delegates effectively, develops the team, and communicates confidently with customers and operational leadership. The CFO will also help strengthen financial processes and support the evaluation of new accounting software.

Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning across three entities
Oversee construction accounting, including job costing, WIP reporting, revenue recognition, and overbillings and underbillings
Partner with project and operational leaders to review project costs, estimated costs to complete, margins, and financial risks
Ensure accurate, timely financial statements, monthly and year-end close processes, and consolidated year-end reporting
Manage cash flow, working capital, billing, and collections to support ongoing projects and business needs
Lead and develop the accounting team, clearly assigning responsibilities, delegating work, and establishing accountability
Translate financial results into practical recommendations for the CEO and leadership team
Communicate directly with customers regarding billing, payment questions, and other financial matters
Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting consistency across the organization
Coordinate with external accounting, tax, and banking partners
Support the evaluation and potential implementation of new accounting software, including improvements to current software processes
Significant financial leadership experience in construction or a closely related project-based business
Strong working knowledge of construction accounting, with demonstrated ownership of WIP reporting, job costing, and project financial analysis
Experience overseeing financial reporting for multiple entities, including consolidated reporting
Proven ability to lead an accounting team, delegate effectively, and develop staff
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent the company professionally in customer meetings and phone conversations
Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls
Experience evaluating or implementing accounting systems is preferred