Vice President of Finance

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One Royal Culture Short Story

We have a current opening for a Vice President of Finance. This position can sit out of our Sacramento, CA or Dallas, TX office.

The Vice President of Finance (VP Finance) is a key leadership role responsible for driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic growth across the organization. Reporting to the CFO and being on the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), this role oversees all aspects of financial planning, analysis, reporting, and operations.

The VP Finance partners closely with the CFO, executive leadership, and operations teams to deliver accurate insights, ensure fiscal discipline, and support data-driven decision-making. This leader fosters collaboration across departments, mentors and develops finance professionals, and demonstrates strong judgment and decisiveness in managing complex financial challenges.

Responsibilities

Strategic & Financial Leadership

- Partner with the CFO to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning, ensuring alignment with operational priorities.

- Provide clear, data-backed recommendations to support executive decisions and business direction.

- Serve as a key thought partner to senior leaders, offering strategic insights to improve profitability and scalability.

Financial Operations & Reporting

- Oversee accounting, reporting, and compliance functions, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and adherence to GAAP.

- Direct monthly and annual close processes, financial consolidations, and variance analysis.

- Strengthen project-level financial reporting, WIP schedules, and cost-to-complete forecasting.

- Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs that provide timely insights into financial and operational performance.

Operational Financial

- Lead the team in a new ERP system integration.

- Collaborate with operations, estimating, and project management teams to improve financial outcomes across all projects.

- Implement process improvements and financial system enhancements to drive automation and efficiency (e.g., Spectrum and CMiC)

- Ensure sound financial controls and support decision-making at both the corporate and project levels.

Team Leadership, Mentoring & Collaboration

- Lead, mentor and inspire a high -performing finance and accounting team, promoting professional growth and accountability.

- Foster a collaborative culture across finance, operations, and executive teams to strengthen alignment and teamwork.

- Encourage open communication, cross-functional problems solving, and solutions-oriented mindset.

- Coach team members to enhance analytical thinking, technical proficiency, and leadership potential.

Decision-Making & Risk Management

- Demonstrate sound judgement in complex financial and operational decisions, balancing risk with opportunity.

- Maintain robust internal controls, policies, and compliance with financial regulations.

- Support the CFO in managing external relationships with auditors, banks, bonding agencies, and insurance providers.

- Identify and mitigate financial risks related to operations, contracts, and growth initiatives.

Requirements

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.

- 10-15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including construction or project-based industry experience.

- Proven ability to lead teams, mentor emerging leaders, and build collaborative cross-functional relationships.

- Deep understanding of construction accounting, job cost management, and WIP reporting

- Strong decision-making skills with ability to act decisively and effectively under pressure.

- Proficiency with ERP and project accounting systems (e.g., Spectrum, Viewpoint, CMiC, or similar).

- Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

Key Performance Indicators

- Timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting and forecasting

- Job cost and project margin performance

- Cash flow management and forecasting accuracy

- Implementation of financial process improvements and automation

- Team performance, collaboration, and professional development

Salary Range:

- $175,000/year - $225,000/year

- - This is an exempt position

Benefits

Health

- - Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)

- Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).

- $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)

- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)

- Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)

- Short Term & Long-Term Disability

- Pet Insurance

- Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly – work related), & Transit

- Pharmacy discounts

- Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)

- Opportunity for tuition reimbursement

Wellness Resources

- - Free telehealth

- Health Joy App

- Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)

- CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team

- Employee Assistance Support

- Hearing Aid discount plan

- Laser VisionCare discount plan

Learning & Development

- - Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely

- Professional & Leadership Development Training

- Skill Development Training

- Mentorship Program

- On-The-Job & Classroom Training

Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company’s referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!

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