Business and Financial Advisory Director – Construction

Moore Colson

Director of Business and Financial Advisory overseeing projects and advising clients in the construction industry. Join a top Atlanta firm with a strong commitment to client service.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overseeing projects including weekly, monthly, and year-end close processes, management reporting and preparing reconciliations;
Maintaining fixed assets and depreciation schedules
Designing, implementing, and/or converting systems for clients
Calculating and reporting indirect taxes
Helping clients prepare cash flow and or financial projections
Reviewing client's payroll and benefits processing and 1099 preparation
Advising clients on both tactical and strategic financial decisions
Serving in an outsourced or contracted interim/fractional Controller or CFO role
Troubleshooting client issues as they arise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA license a plus
Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 6 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Hands-on experience in the construction industry, either directly within a construction company, or supporting construction clients in a public accounting or advisory environment
Proficiency with QuickBooks Desktop and/or Online and advanced Excel
Experience preparing Sales & Use Tax returns, preferred
Experience with one or more of the following systems: Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Sage 50 (Peachtree), Sage 100 (Master Builder), Sage 300 (Timberline), SYSPRO, SAP Business One, Fixed asset management software, ProSystems Fx Engagement
Experience supporting core accounting operations, including payroll processing and related tax compliance
Ability and willingness to travel to client locations as needed
Proven ability to navigate diverse client challenges and deliver practical, value-driven solutions across multiple industries
Strong consultative mindset with a client-service orientation
Exceptional communication skills—clear, proactive, and detail-oriented (verbal and written)
Self-directed, autonomous, and highly motivated with a strong sense of ownership

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous time off including discretionary vacation, wellness days, floating holidays, and paid holidays
Flexible work environment with up to 2 remote days per week and “Dress for Your Day” attire
Competitive compensation with salary, bonus program, 401(k) with match, and various reimbursements (cell phone, fitness, home office, tuition/certifications)
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
Professional development through continuing education, coaching, and mentoring programs
Community & culture perks such as volunteer days and family/team social events

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Hard Skills & Tools

accountingfinancefinancial projectionsindirect taxespayroll processingtax compliancefixed asset managementSales & Use Tax returnsmanagement reportingreconciliations

Soft Skills

consultative mindsetclient-service orientationcommunication skillsproblem-solvingleadershipself-directedautonomousmotivatedownershiptactical and strategic advising

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in accountingBachelor’s degree in financeCPA license