CFO – Construction

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Work with local Client Relationship Leaders to cascade CAAS messaging and initiatives.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $148,000 - $253,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with local Client Relationship Leaders to cascade CAAS messaging and initiatives.
Partner with local leaders on CAAS go-to-market strategies and partner with others to respond to market opportunities.
Serve as the main point of contact to the Managing Principal Office related to service level questions.
Engage with the local CAAS team supporting CLA’s Better Together culture.
Partner with Industry Team Leaders to drive impeccable client service.
Perform CFO functions as part of the client’s accounting services team.
Be accountable for identifying and implementing best practices related to the services provided to add value to the client.
Work with client to set financial policy and be an active participant in, and driver of, the overall strategy.
Drive capital planning, risk management, ratio and KPI analysis, and board of director interactions.
Lead financial administration, planning, and budgeting.
Oversee longer-term budget planning and cost management.
Monitor progress of budgets and presents operational metrics.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
Deep construction industry specialization.
General knowledge of accounting software.
Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Intacct, and Bill.com preferred.
Experience in using personal and professional network for business development and proven record of building and managing teams through growth.
Bachelor's degree is required (in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field is highly preferred).
Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
CPA not required but highly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial administrationbudgetingcapital planningrisk managementKPI analysisclient serviceaccountingbusiness developmentteam managementfinancial policy

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipcollaborationstrategic thinkingclient relationship managementproblem-solvingaccountabilityinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsadaptability

Certifications

CPA