Chief Operating Officer

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)Location: RemoteCompensation: $125,000 base + bonus + equity opportunity, $200,000 target total first year ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYOur client serves custom home builders nationwide with construction-specific bookkeeping, accounting, reporting, and financial support. Their clients rely on them for more than clean books. They provide clarity, consistency, responsiveness, and true partnership — helping builders run stronger, more predictable businesses. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a remote operational leader who can scale the internal engine without compromising quality, client trust, or disciplined execution.ABOUT THE ROLEThe COO will serve as the CEO's operational counterpart and trusted #2. This person will lead the day-to-day execution of the business, oversee the accounting client delivery function, strengthen internal accountability, and build the structure needed to scale well. You will not be asked to simply keep things moving. You will be expected to improve how the business runs.That means:Creating stronger processesImproving handoffs and communicationBuilding role clarity and accountabilityProtecting service qualityLeading managers and team members to a higher standardReducing friction as the company growsThis is an ideal role for a disciplined operator who is calm under pressure, highly organized, detail-conscious, and motivated by building efficient systems that last. WHAT YOU'LL OWN Lead day-to-day accounting operations across client delivery and internal executionTurn company priorities into clear plans, workflows, and measurable outcomesOversee the leaders responsible for client work and service consistencyImprove process, quality control, and operational efficiency across the businessCreate accountability through scorecards, reporting rhythms, and follow-throughIdentify breakdowns early and solve them before they become expensive problemsStrengthen team performance through structure, coaching, and role alignmentServe as the bridge between the CEO's vision and the team's executionHelp build a business that scales with less dependence on the ownerWHAT WERE LOOKING FORThis role is best suited for a leader who is naturally:Highly organized and methodicalAnalytical and thoughtful in decision-makingStructured, disciplined, and process-orientedSteady, composed, and consistentComfortable holding a high standard without creating unnecessary dramaMotivated by building systems, improving workflow, and creating operational clarityMore focused on precision, follow-through, andsustainable execution than noise or flashYou likely take pride in:Creating order from complexitySpotting inefficiencies others missBuilding processes that people can actually followMaking teams more effective through clarity and accountabilityProtecting quality as the business growsYOU'RE A STRONG FIT IF YOU HAVESignificant leadership experience in accounting operations, professional services, outsourced accounting, or a similar client-service environmentA track record of building structure inside a growing companyExperience leading managers, improving process, and driving accountabilityStrong operational judgment and follow-throughThe ability to balance people leadership with process disciplineExperience in construction, construction accounting, or serving project-based businesses is a major plusFamiliarity with EOS or similar operating frameworks is a plusWHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe CEO should not remain the hub for every decision, issue, handoff, and accountability gap. The right COO will create leverage.You will help build the operating backbone of the company by bringing discipline to execution, stability to the team, and confidence to the client experience.If you are the kind of leader who wants to build something durable, meaningful, and run with it, this is the role. COMPENSATION Base Salary: ~$125,000Performance-Based Bonus (structure to be defined)Equity / Ownership OpportunityTarget First-Year Total Compensation: ~$200,000 based on performanceCompensation growth is directly tied to operational success, team management, and company revenue performance.This role is for someone who wants meaningful ownership and long-term upside.