Company

Accounting

InterimChiefFinancialOfficer

$200–350k ~AI est. Los Angeles, California, United States Interim
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Executive candidates.

The Brief

“Interim Chief Financial Officer. Skills: Financial leadership, Capital projects, Financial reporting. Oversee construction-related financial activities. Monitor construction expenditures against approved budgets”

Industry & Context.

Accounting
Problems you'll solve

Identify financial risks; Identify cash flow risks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required, 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience, Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale capital projects, Experience presenting financial information to Boards of Directors, Proven ability to manage external auditors, accounting firms, lenders, donors, and other key stakeholders

Nice to Have

Experience within nonprofit organizations strongly preferred, construction accounting or real estate development finances preferred, understanding of project budgeting, cost forecasting, cash flow management, and contract financial administration preferred, Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills preferred

What You'll Do.

Oversee construction-related financial activities

Monitor construction expenditures against approved budgets

Provide monthly variance analyses

Maintain cost-to-completion forecasts

Identify potential budget overruns or financial risks

Track reimbursement obligations

Track cost-sharing arrangements

Provide financial insights and recommendations

Develop and maintain vendor payment schedules

Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of contractual financial

Maintain and update a rolling 12-month cash flow

Coordinate capital funding activities

Manage banking relationships

Monitor organizational liquidity

Identify and proactively communicate potential cash flow risks

Prepare monthly financial reporting packages

Report on cash position

Report on project burn rate

Report on construction spending

Report on budget variances

Report on financial forecasts

Manage the organization's operating budget

Coordinate monthly close activities

Serve as the primary liaison for annual audits

Serve as the primary liaison for tax filings

Serve as the primary liaison for financial compliance

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

executive leadership; Board of Directors; senior leadership; external accounting partners; external auditors; accounting firms; lenders; donors; key stakeholders

Communication Scope

Financial reporting; Board presentations

Process & Methodology

Budgeting, Cost forecasting, Cash flow management, Contract financial administration

Full Job Description

## Responsibilities Oversee all construction-related financial activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, and spend management. Monitor construction expenditures against approved budgets by line item and provide monthly variance analyses. Maintain cost-to-completion forecasts and identify potential budget overruns or financial risks. Track reimbursement obligations and cost-sharing arrangements with project stakeholders. Provide financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board regarding project performance. Develop and maintain vendor payment schedules aligned with project cash flow needs. Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of contractual financial commitments. Maintain and update a rolling 12-month cash flow forecast. Coordinate capital funding activities, including bridge financing and donor funding schedules. Manage banking relationships and monitor organizational liquidity. Identify and proactively communicate potential cash flow risks that could impact project timelines or operational objectives. Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board of Directors. Report on cash position, project burn rate, construction spending, budget variances, and financial forecasts. Manage the organization's operating budget in collaboration with senior leadership. Coordinate monthly close activities with external accounting partners. Serve as the primary liaison for annual audits, tax filings, and financial compliance matters. ## Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience, including CFO, Controller, or senior finance executive roles. Experience within nonprofit organizations strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale capital projects, construction accounting, or real estate development finances. Strong understanding of project budgeting, cost forecasting, cash flow manag

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