Fractional CFO

Inspired HR

About The Position

Inspired HR is partnering with a well-established, project-driven organization in the infrastructure and marine construction space to hire a Fractional CFO. This is not a traditional back-office accounting role. This position sits at the center of a large-scale, long-term project and plays a key role in owning the financial performance, supporting operational decision-making, and working directly with senior leadership and stakeholders. You’ll be stepping into a role with real visibility and impact where your work directly influences project outcomes, financial strategy, and governance. Why This Role Stands Out Work on a major, multi-year infrastructure project Blend of finance, operations, and strategy Opportunity to build, improve, and own financial processes High level of autonomy in a lean, collaborative environment The Role As a Fractional CFO, you will take ownership of the full financial function for the project, partnering closely with operations and leadership to ensure strong financial control, transparency, and performance. You’ll operate across a wide scope from day-to-day financial oversight to board-level reporting.

Requirements

CPA designation (or equivalent)
15+ years of experience in project-based environments such as construction, infrastructure, or related industries
Strong experience in project accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Ability to operate in a broad, hands-on role with multiple responsibilities
Comfortable working in a fast-moving, less structured environment
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across teams and senior stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a joint venture (JV) or multi-entity environment
Exposure to capital projects, infrastructure, or marine construction
Experience with system implementation or process improvement

Responsibilities

Lead monthly financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements and management reports
Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models
Track performance against plan and provide clear insights to support decision-making
Work closely with operations to link financial performance with project execution
Support productivity tracking, cost management, and KPI development
Provide financial insight to guide planning and operational decisions
Manage project cash flow, forecasting, and liquidity planning
Support financing activities, including equity injections and banking relationships
Monitor and manage financial obligations, including covenants where applicable
Support governance requirements within a joint venture environment
Prepare materials for senior leadership, shareholders, and financial committees
Ensure financial processes align with internal policies and contractual frameworks
Maintain and improve accounting systems and financial processes
Support audit, tax filings, and regulatory reporting (including GST)
Ensure strong data integrity and financial controls across the project