Posted: 12-Jun-25
Location: Rochester, New York
Type: Full Time
Required Education:
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to help LeChase Construction Services reach the next level in our growth as an East Coast Construction leader. As a key member of the LeChase Executive Management Team (EMT), the Chief Financial Officer will have a strategic role in the overall management of the company. This includes primary responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities including direct responsibility for finance/accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), tax, operations support and payroll.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a company-level CFO and managing annual revenue of $750M or more.
- 15 or more years of experience in a senior financial management position in construction or a related project-focused, operationally driven and fast-paced business.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, management, finance or related disciplines; MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred.
- Deep expertise in strategic business management and oversight of broad financial practices.
- Strong knowledge and experience in:
- finance, accounting, budgeting, treasury, investments, internal audit, banking, business process optimization, and cost control principles
- accounting and tax management practices of partnership LLCs
- overseeing multiple companies and joint ventures
- analyzing and managing financial aspects of real estate development initiatives
- A strong track record of organizational leadership and ability to:
- attract, retain and mentor key talent
- drive functional success
- collaborate across units and functions
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- As senior-most finance leader, represent the company and its Joint Ventures in relationships with banks, auditors, surety and vendors and participation in captive insurance company.
- Participate in overall long-range strategic planning, setting financial goals and objectives.
- Oversee financial planning and analysis, with regular communication between operational leaders and the finance team.
- Provide guidance on financial trends, forecasts, budgets, performance, regulatory changes and relevant peer benchmarking.
- Report, analyze and interpret operating results in a meaningful, timely and accurate manner.
- Advise BOD and other leaders on financial implications of business/operational activities.
- Ensure optimal capital structure and cash management.
- Direct banking and treasury activities, including negotiation of credit agreements.
- Ensure liquidity and compliance with all lending arrangements and debt covenants.
- Oversee and provide strategic expertise for all company investments (marketable and other)
- Provide active leadership in commercial strategy, contract management and regular department and regional budgeting/financial reviews.
- Foster a people-first environment through effective leadership and continuous development of Finance team.
- Ensure a controlled and compliant environment that provides:
- strong financial governance and risk management through financial policies, directives, systems, and processes.
- effective internal accounting controls in compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
- an annual externally conducted audit.
- Drive continuous improvement to support profitable short-and long-term growth.
- Make recommendations to enhance business opportunities, drive cost reduction, and optimize tax planning/strategy.
- Oversee ongoing system enhancements/efficiencies to align accounting processes and protocols.
- Provide strategic and financial leadership on potential merger and acquisition (M&A) activity, asset sales, real estate development initiatives and/or company restructuring.
- Manage annual compensation process and related analyses.
- Build strong working relationships with BOD, EMT and other leaders and their teams to:
- align Finance function to support company needs and expectations
- support change initiatives and improvement opportunities
- support managing partner in partnership matters, strategy and analyses
DETAILS
- Reports to President
- Executive compensation package starting at $300K, commensurate with experience.
- Position based in Rochester, NY. Relocation assistance will be provided if necessary.
- Will have assistance from current Finance leader, who is retiring, to ensure smooth, seamless transition.
INTERNAL RECRUITING EFFORTS
LeChase is managing the hiring of this position internally and is not contracted with external recruiting agencies. We ask interested, qualified candidates to apply directly to the LeChase posting for immediate consideration.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LeChase is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind during the hiring process, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, protected Veteran status, nationality, religion, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other non-merit-based factor.