VP of Finance

Potelco, Inc.•Sumner, WA

6d•$170,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

Potelco, Inc. is looking for a VP of Finance to join their corporate team at Sumner, WA. This role provides strategic financial leadership and oversight across two business lines, partnering closely with operational and executive leadership to drive financial performance, accounting integrity, and process excellence. The VP of Finance reports to the CFO and leads a team of finance professionals supporting project accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Adminstration or related field
10+ years of progressive finance/accounting leadership experience
Experience in construction, utility, or infrastructure industries
Active CPA license
Strong working knowledge of GAAP
Demonstrated experience in project accounting
Proven experience leading, developing, and managing finance teams
Strong knowledge of month-end close processes and financial reporting
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multiple business lines or divisions within a single organization
MBA or advanced finance/accounting credential

Responsibilities

Provide financial leadership and strategic guidance across two business lines
Build, lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
Partner with business line leaders and executive management to support operational and financial decision-making
Drive process improvements and standardization across finance functions
Oversee and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Direct project accounting functions, including job costing, revenue recognition, and project financial performance
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across all financial reporting
Review and approve financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for both business lines
Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to executive leadership
Ensure internal controls are designed, implemented, and maintained effectively
Coordinate with external auditors and support audit processes
Ensure internal controls are designed, implemented, maintained, and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws.
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations
Other duties as assigned