Chief Financial Officer

Pierre Landscape | Irwindale, CA

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 Total Compensation (DOE)

Pierre Landscape is looking for a strategic, hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive leadership team and partner directly with the President and ownership.

As our CFO, you will serve as a key business partner in driving company growth, financial strategy, and operational excellence. You will take full executive ownership of our financial operations while providing high-level oversight and strategic guidance across our Accounting, Purchasing, and Fleet departments. This role goes beyond traditional accounting--we are looking for a leader who can optimize supply chain economics, manage capital assets, scale financial systems, and provide deep insights that shape the future of an established, profitable specialty contractor.

If you are a seasoned financial leader with a strong background in construction or project-based industries who is ready to help steer a growing company to the next level, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Take Ownership Of

Strategic Financial Leadership & Corporate Governance

• Partner with the President and executive leadership to formulate the company's long-term financial strategy, business planning, and growth initiatives.
• Evaluate company performance, identify financial risks and growth trends, and recommend actionable adjustments to optimize operational profitability.
• Serve as the principal financial strategist for capital allocation, financing decisions, structural budgeting, and risk mitigation.
• Manage comprehensive corporate risk, including overseeing insurance renewals, General Liability, Workers' Compensation, and bonding requirements.
• Serve as the primary executive contact for external financial partners, CPA firms, banks, legal counsel, and auditors.

Department Oversight: Accounting, Purchasing & Fleet

• Accounting & Finance: Oversee the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, cash flow management, working capital, month-end/year-end closes, tax compliance, and corporate financial planning.
• Purchasing: Provide strategic oversight of the purchasing department, vendor negotiations, material procurement, supply chain efficiency, and cost-control strategies to protect project margins.
• Fleet Management: Oversee company fleet operations, vehicle/equipment acquisition strategies, maintenance cost tracking, asset utilization, and capital expenditure planning.

Construction Accounting & Financial Planning

• Direct construction accounting, project financial reporting, job costing architectures, WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting, and cost-to-complete analysis.
• Lead the comprehensive annual budgeting process, variance analysis, and multi-year financial forecasting.
• Oversee payroll operations, including administrative payroll, weekly Union payroll, certified payroll compliance, prevailing wage adherence, and union reporting.

Executive Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and team members across Accounting, Purchasing, and Fleet operations.
• Establish high-level performance metrics, clear departmental priorities, accountability standards, and scalable processes.
• Cultivate a culture of cross-departmental collaboration, operational efficiency, and rigorous financial stewardship.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; CPA or MBA strongly preferred.
• Experience: 12+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with a minimum of 5+ years operating at a Controller or CFO level within the construction, specialty contracting, or project-based industries.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced knowledge of GAAP, full-cycle construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, union/certified payroll, bonding, and financial risk management.
• Operations & Supply Chain Acumen: Demonstrated experience overseeing broader operational functions such as purchasing/procurement and fleet/asset management.
• Systems Expertise: Proficiency in Sage 100 Contractor preferred; advanced Excel, data modeling, and enterprise reporting capabilities required.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional strategic thinking, executive communication, analytical sharpness, leadership maturity, and problem-solving skills.
• Character: High level of integrity, professional discretion, accountability, and alignment with company culture.

What We Offer

• Total Compensation Package: Up to $200,000 (structured around experience and qualifications)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match options & Aflac voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

_Fair Chance & EEO Notice_

_Pierre Landscape is a Fair Chance employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in compliance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act._

_This role requires a criminal background check due to job duties involving:_

• _Access to private and public work locations, including sensitive areas_
• _Operation of vehicles, machinery, tools, or hazardous materials_
• _Responsibility for client property, equipment, or secured work areas_

_All applicants will receive an individualized assessment of their conviction history before any employment decision is made._

_Pierre Landscape provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any protected status under applicable laws._