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Chief Financial OfficerSmith Group of Americas • City of Syracuse, NY, United States
Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

Smith Group of Americas • City of Syracuse, NY, United States
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Company Information :

Organization Name : Smith Group of Americas

About Our Organization : Smith Group of Americas is a full-service General Construction and Construction Management company, providing comprehensive preconstruction services and turnkey solutions tailored to your needs. Recognized for excellence across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Retail, Commercial, and more, we leverage our national reach and strategic partnerships to exceed project expectations.

Website : https : / / www.smithgroupamericas.com

Job Summary :

Plans and leads an organization's financial operations, reporting, and governance to ensure financial health and support high-level strategic planning. Develops and drives the financial strategy, including capital allocation, funding initiatives, and resource management to support organizational goals. Collaborates with senior leaders to ensure financial controls, policies, and priorities are integrated across business operations. Oversees budgeting and forecasting to ensure resources and efforts align with the organization's mission. Researches and adopts emerging technologies, tools, and best practices to enhance reporting, forecasting, or operational efficiency. Negotiates and leads funding opportunities through debt, equity, and various financial instruments to support business operations, optimize cash flow, and manage risk.

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
  • Minimum 10 years of financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in the construction industry.
  • Strong understanding of construction accounting principles, including WIP schedules, retainage, and job costing.
  • Experience with ERP systems used in construction (Procore, Paychex, and Quickbooks).
  • Proven ability to manage financial operations in a project-driven environment.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Skills :

  • Familiarity with union and nonunion labor cost structures.
  • Experience with government contracts and prevailing wage compliance.
  • Knowledge of construction law and contract negotiation.
  • Management of Financial Resources
  • Management of Personnel Resources
  • Time Management

    • Work Context :

    This is a part-time position with the potential to transition to full-time based on business needs and performance.

    The role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring office visits once a week.

    Business professional attire is expected during in-office days and client-facing meetings.

    Primary Job Duties :

  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s construction operations and growth plans.
  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for multiple construction projects.
  • Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditures to support project timelines and business needs.
  • Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, tax laws, and financial reporting standards.
  • Lead risk management efforts including insurance, bonding, and contract review.
  • Collaborate with project managers and estimators to monitor job costing, profitability, and change orders.
  • Maintain relationships with banks, bonding companies, auditors, and financial institutions.
  • Evaluate and implement financial systems and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Support strategic initiatives such as joint ventures, acquisitions, and geographic expansion.
  • Oversee the finance and accounting department, ensuring effective internal controls, timely reporting, and continuous process improvement.
  • Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

    • Tools and Technology :

  • Paychex for payroll processing and HR management.
  • QuickBooks for accounting, invoicing, and financial reporting.
  • Additional tools may include construction-specific ERP systems and project management platforms.

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