Company Description

For over 40 years, United Construction Company has designed and built over 40 million square feet of facilities across the United States. Our portfolio includes diverse building types, including private and public sector education, institutional, office, aviation, retail, medical, and special-use facilities, and industrial and tenant improvement projects. We are committed to excellence and innovation in general contracting, design/build, design-bid-build, CMAR, and design-assist project delivery methods.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site Chief Financial Officer role located in Reno, NV at United Construction Company. The Chief Financial Officer will be responsible for financial planning, overseeing financial statements, risk management, utilizing analytical skills for financial decision-making, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial leadership within the construction or real estate development industry.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership:

• Collaborate with the President and executive team to develop and implement financial strategies that align with company goals.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Report regularly to the President and stakeholders on financial performance, key metrics, and financial risks.

Accounting & Financial Management:

• Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and construction-specific accounting practices.
• Manage financial statements, audits, and reporting processes.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with insurance, relevant regulations, standards, and company policy.
• Oversee audit processes and ensure financial integrity.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Partner with operations and project management teams to monitor project costs, profitability, and cash flow.
• Evaluate and improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes.
• Support business development initiatives by providing financial insights for strategic decision-making.

Cash Flow and Capital Management:

• Manage cash flow and working capital credit lines to optimize financial performance.
• Evaluate capital investments and funding strategies to support business growth
• Asset Management (Vehicles, FAQ, Facilities ETC)

Team Leadership:

• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for team members.

Qualifications

• Financial Planning and Finance skills
• Financial Statements and Financial Reporting proficiency
• Analytical Skills for strategic financial decision-making
• 10 years of financial leadership in construction or related industry preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Expertise in financial forecasting, modeling, and budgeting.
• CPA or CFA certification preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
• The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Safe Harbor Contribution
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• A positive and collaborative work environment

Why United Construction?

United Construction Company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is supported. We have a history of successful project delivery across the U.S., and our team is known for its integrity, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

United Construction is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment at United Construction is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

United Construction does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.