CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / CORPORATE CONTROLLER

Location: Columbia, SC

Company Overview

A growing and highly respected construction and professional services organization headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer / Corporate Controller to oversee the financial operations of two affiliated companies operating under common ownership.

The organization includes a commercial construction company and a professional architectural and design practice serving clients throughout the Southeast. This leadership role will provide strategic financial oversight, operational guidance, and accounting leadership across both businesses.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands on financial executive who enjoys partnering with ownership and senior leadership to drive growth, improve financial performance, and support long term business objectives.

Position Overview

The Chief Financial Officer / Corporate Controller will be responsible for all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, banking relationships, risk management, and strategic financial planning for both organizations.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to ownership while providing leadership to accounting and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Partner with ownership and executive leadership to develop and execute financial strategies

• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business growth and profitability

• Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and long range financial plans

• Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable reporting to leadership

• Support strategic planning, acquisitions, expansion initiatives, and capital investments

Accounting & Financial Management

• Oversee all accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, job costing, and general ledger activities

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting

• Manage month end and year end close processes

• Prepare and present financial statements and management reports

• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies

• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements

Construction Financial Oversight

• Oversee construction job costing, work in progress reporting, revenue recognition, and project profitability analysis

• Monitor project performance and provide financial insights to operations leadership

• Review contract billing, change orders, and cash flow projections

• Support project teams with financial reporting and forecasting

Cash Flow & Banking

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships

• Oversee credit facilities, bonding relationships, and financing arrangements

• Develop and maintain cash forecasting models

• Monitor financial risks and implement mitigation strategies

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor accounting and administrative personnel

• Establish processes and procedures that improve efficiency and accuracy

• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

• CPA designation strongly preferred

• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience

• Experience as a CFO, Controller, Finance Director, or similar executive level role

• Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage of completion accounting

• Experience supporting professional services, engineering, architecture, or consulting organizations preferred

• Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Preferred Experience

• Commercial construction industry experience

• Architecture, engineering, or professional services experience

• Multi entity financial management

• Banking and bonding relationship management

• Strategic planning and business growth initiatives

• Mergers, acquisitions, or business integration experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation package

• Performance based bonus opportunities

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Retirement plan participation

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development opportunities

• Long term career growth within a stable and growing organization

What this client has to offer

This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role within two successful and growing organizations. The position offers direct interaction with ownership, significant influence on business strategy, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the future growth and success of both companies.