At Miller Valentine, we are passionate about building both our projects and our people. We are currently seeking a Vice President of Accounting and Finance who shares this passion and is ready to play a pivotal role in our financial operations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, reliable, and possess a strong background in accounting and finance supporting construction. This position is not merely about crunching numbers, but about providing accurate and meaningful financial information that will support strategic decision-making at the highest level.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounting and Financial Leadership:
   • Sustain an operational framework that ensures timely, accurate, and compliant accounting practices and financial reporting, adhering to GAAP principles.
   • Direct all aspects of accounting operations, overseeing transactions related to the general ledger, receivables, payables, payroll, and financial reporting.
   • Lead a team of skilled accounting and finance professionals, fostering a work environment that encourages teamwork and continuous improvement.
   • Assess and streamline accounting operations to improve financial reporting and analysis.
   • Maintain systems, processes, and applications that streamline workflows, protect data integrity, and support robust reporting requirements.
   • Implement financial reporting mechanisms that align with and drive the company's growth and business objectives.
2. Financial Management and Reporting:
   • Provide accurate and timely financial reporting enterprise-wide and within the Miller Valentine Construction and MV Investment business units
   • Communicate complex financial information in an understandable, effective manner that inspires confidence and trust.
   • Oversee annual budgeting and forecasting processes, working with teams to develop budgets and projections that support decision-making and overall financial objectives of the company.
   • Conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and transparency of financial data.
3. Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:
   • Ensure the company complies with all financial regulatory requirements.
   • Stay updated with changes in financial regulations and legislation, advising management on potential impacts and necessary actions.
   • Identify and manage financial risks, implementing effective risk management strategies and internal controls.
4. Stakeholder Management:
   • Work closely with external auditors and manage audit processes.
   • Maintain relationships with banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions.
5. Collaboration and Operational Initiatives:
   • Collaborate with various operational teams to develop and implement financial metrics that effectively illustrate our performance and progress toward our objectives.
   • Partner closely with executives, the CEO, and other leaders to drive operational initiatives and business decisions.
   • Identify opportunities for improvement and initiate changes that will streamline operations and increase efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; an MBA or CPA is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of senior financial managerial experience, must have experience in construction focused organizations, supporting a business unit of at least $250 million in revenue volume. Ideally, experience in high-growth organizations.
• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, including experience in using the Percentage of Completion (POC) revenue recognition method.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership, team management, communication, and interpersonal skills.