Regional Finance Leader - Construction
Regional Finance Leader – ConstructionLocation: Bloomington, MN (Hybrid)About The OpportunityWe are partnering with a large, well-established construction organization to identify a Regional Finance Leader to support one of the largest and fastest-growing segments of the business.This is a high-impact, business-facing finance leadership role with full ownership of regional financial performance and direct partnership with operations. The organization is entering a key leadership transition and modernization phase, creating a unique opportunity to step into a visible role and help shape the future of finance.About The CompanyOur client is a national construction management and general contracting firm with a long-standing reputation for quality, collaboration, and stability.~$2.5B in annual revenue800+ employees nationwideStrong Midwest roots with national reachDiverse project portfolio including commercial, healthcare, education, multifamily, and mission-critical/data center projectsThe organization is known for its long-tenured leadership, relationship-driven culture, and consistent growth, and is currently undergoing a thoughtful leadership transition.Position OverviewThis is not a traditional Controller role.RoleThe Regional Finance Leader serves as the financial partner to the business, acting as the right hand to the Regional VP and owning all financial operations across the region. This role sits at the intersection of finance and operations, with responsibility for:Regional P&L and Balance SheetFinancial performance across projectsBudgeting, forecasting, and reportingRisk evaluation and contract supportYou will be deeply embedded with project teams, helping drive profitability, accountability, and financial discipline.Key Responsibilities Lead all regional financial operations, ensuring strong controls, accuracy, and complianceOwn budgeting, forecasting, and performance reportingOversee and analyze:Job costingWIP / percentage-of-completion accountingProject forecasting and margin performancePartner with Regional VP and project teams to maximize project profitabilityEvaluate financial risk on new work, including contracts and exposureManage subcontractor financial relationships, payments, and riskServe as liaison to sureties and oversee bonding-related processesSupport regional tax compliance and regulatory requirementsLead, develop, and scale the regional finance teamDrive process improvements, automation, and financial system enhancementsWhat We’re Looking For 8–15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experienceStrong background in construction or AEC industry (required)Deep expertise in:Job costingWIP / % of completion accountingProject-based forecastingProven ability to partner with and influence operational leadershipStrong financial acumen across both P&L and balance sheetLeadership experience with ability to develop teamsExcellent communication, problem-solving, and business judgmentPreferred Background CPA certificationExperience in high-growth or complex project-based environmentsExposure to:Surety relationships / bondingContract review and risk managementExperience driving process improvement or finance transformation initiativesWhy This OpportunityTrue operational finance leadership role embedded in the businessHigh visibility with senior leadership (CFO, CEO, Regional VP)Opportunity to support a high-growth segment (data centers)Play a key role during a leadership transition and finance transformationAbility to drive structure, process improvement, and modernizationLong-term growth potential within a stable, growing organizationCompensationBase salary: $170,000 – $210,000Target bonus: 30% (historically strong payout)Comprehensive benefits packageWork EnvironmentHybrid role based in Minneapolis, MNHighly collaborative, team-oriented environmentStrong interaction with operations, project teams, and executive leadershipIf you’re a construction finance leader who thrives in a business-facing role and enjoys driving performance, influencing operations, and building structure in a growing environment, this is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact.#MinnesotaJobs #FinanceJobs #ConstructionJobs #FinanceLeader #RegionalController #OperationalFinance #AEC #ConstructionAccounting #ProjectAccounting #TwinCities #LeadershipOpportunity #HighGrowth #HybridRole #INMAY2026