Chief Financial Officer

BINSWANGER ENTERPRISES LLC•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will serve as a trusted business partner to our executive leadership team, shaping the financial strategy that supports our long-term vision. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role for someone who sees finance not just as a function, but as a driver of growth, accountability, and continuous improvement. The CFO will have direct responsibility for the overall financial plans, accounting, budget, forecasting, cash flow, tax, treasury and audit activities, including keeping the company compliant in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and ensuring that the company’s financial and regulatory reporting requirements are met from audit and bank covenant perspectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (required).
10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record managing complex financial operations in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Hands-on experience with mergers and acquisitions ideal, from evaluation through integration.
Background in multi-location or multi-branch operations, ideally within construction, trades, or a related industry.
Deep knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance.
Exceptional analytical thinking with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, inspire, and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Great Plains, Oracle, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
Comfort operating in a high-growth, high-accountability environment where priorities can shift and agility matters.
A person of high integrity who does the right thing, even when no one is watching.
A natural collaborator who builds trust quickly and partners well with people across functions and levels.
Someone who approaches every challenge with a continuous improvement mindset- always looking for a better way.
Results-oriented, but grounded- you balance the big picture with the day-to-day details that keep things running smoothly.
Adaptable and proactive: you don’t wait for problems to come to you.

Nice To Haves

MBA or Master’s degree in Finance (preferred).
CPA or CFA designation (preferred).

Responsibilities

Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop and execute financial strategies that align with our growth goals both organic and through acquisition.
Lead long-range financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis to keep us ahead of the curve.
Develop and track meaningful KPIs and business performance metrics that give our teams clarity on where we’re headed.
Communicate clearly and confidently with our Board of Directors and investors, translating financial performance into strategic insight.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function- always asking how we can do things better, faster, and smarter.
Own all financial functions: accounting, budgeting, reporting, tax, treasury, and financial analysis.
Ensure timely, accurate delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with GAAP.
Manage liquidity, working capital, and capital expenditures across our multi-location operations to support both stability and growth.
Oversee preparation and approval of annual financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
Proactively identify financial risks and build strategies to address them before they become problems.
Maintain full compliance with all applicable financial laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure audit and bank covenant requirements are consistently met.
Oversee the company’s insurance and risk management policies.
Lead efforts to raise capital and negotiate with banks, investors, and financial institutions to fund business initiatives.
Manage the company’s capital structure, balancing equity and debt to optimize financial health.
Evaluate and make recommendations on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures and see them through from due diligence to integration.
Oversee treasury and cash management operations to ensure the business has the funds it needs, when it needs them.
Attract, develop, and retain top finance talent building a team that is high-performing, engaged, and growing.
Set clear goals for the finance department and create a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning.
Lead by example: model the integrity, curiosity, and collaborative spirit that defines our company culture.
Oversee the implementation and ongoing improvement of financial systems and tools that support efficient reporting, analysis, and decision-making.
Identify opportunities to leverage technology to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
Ensure our financial systems are secure, scalable, and built for where we’re headed, not just where we are.