Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Executive Vice President

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42047BR

Requisition ID

42047BR

Business Unit

COR

Job Description

• Please Note: We are not working with external agencies for this position.
  
  

CDM Smith (a privately held, employee-owned firm) is seeking a strategic, hands-on, and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our global financial operations. The CFO will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing financial strategy, ensuring fiscal integrity, and driving sustainable growth across our global engineering and construction services. The CFO will ensure professional and ethical financial practices and a cohesive finance service offering across all levels of the organization, which is aligned with business strategy, to ensure the functionality and sustained profitability of the Company.

• This position is based in a metropolitan area on the East Coast of the United States. Candidates must either currently reside on the East Coast or be willing to relocate to preferably Boston, MA or southern Florida. ***
• Manages, leads, develops, and mentors high performance teams in the finance, accounting, and procurement functions.
• Fosters a culture of teamwork, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Develops and executes financial strategies and programs aligned with corporate goals.
• Reviews and approves the execution of business strategies for the firm services and programs .
• Provides executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities and provides consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and management information analyses, reports, and recommendations.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with senior executives to identify their needs and seek a full range of business solutions, providing accurate and relevant advice.
• Advises the CEO and Board on financial planning, risk management, and capital structure.
• Develops and evaluates short- and long-term strategic financial and operating objectives for the Company, in line with overall business strategy.
• Formulates and implements finance, accounting, and procurement programs, policies, and procedures, effectively cascading to the senior financial management to ensure achievement of financial objectives.
• Oversees global budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Provides recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Directs and oversees all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions, ensuring healthy financial management at business unit and subsidiary levels.
• Ensures credibility of the finance function by providing timely and accurate analyses of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
• Leads the company stock ownership program and policy in accordance with appropriate guidelines.
• Leads individuals in the CFO function including finance, accounting, procurement, payroll, treasury, tax, operational finance, and real estate.
• Evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action.
• Works with the CEO and executives to identify potential new business opportunities/sources of revenue.
• Supports business units with financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Manages and minimizes the company's financial risk exposure by developing and maintaining systems of internal controls, and ensuring that the finance, accounting and internal audit and risk management functions are operating effectively.
• Leads enterprise risk management and internal audit functions working with executive management and the Board of Directors.
• Leads and is accountable for all regulatory compliance and ethical financial practices.
• Identifies and evaluates M&A opportunities, joint ventures, and capital investments.
• Seeks and identifies opportunities to enhance the firm's financial position and management of financial actions.
  
  

Job Title

Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Executive Vice President

Group

COR

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 20 years of related experience with 8 of those years in a direct executive capacity (i.e., CFO or similar capacity).
  
  

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary on business demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a AEC environment (i.e., engineering and construction), and/or professional services industries is highly desirable
• Experience in a privately-held and/or employee owned organization in a AEC or professional services industry.
• Experience in the full life-cycle of federal and municipal contracting compliance, including knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and related regulatory frameworks within each entity.
• Current CPA certification.
  
  

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location:

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount Of Travel Required

20%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills And Abilities

• Proven ability to develop and execute complex financial strategies and operations in a global or multi-entity environment that support business growth, shareholder value, and long-term sustainability.
• Deep knowledge of corporate governance frameworks, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal controls.
• Strong commercial acumen and business insight with the ability to translate financial data into actionable recommendations to support strategic decisions.
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A strategy, due diligence, valuation, negotiation, and post-merger integration.
• Advanced use of analytics and tools to monitor project performance, cash management, backlog forecasting, and working capital optimization across large-scale programs.
• Proven inspirational leader who builds high-performing teams, fosters collaboration, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement across all facets of the organization.
• Track record of leading large-scale financial transformations, system implementations, and organizational transformation initiatives.
  
  

Background Check And Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum

$357,074

Pay Range Maximum

$731,994

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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