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Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Construction Industry
Company: DAAXIT
Location: Remote | Occasional Client-Site Travel Position Type: Part-Time | Fractional CFO
Compensation: Retainer-Based Schedule: Flexible | Approximately 8–10 Hours per Client per Month
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced construction CFO looking for a flexible opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact without the demands of a traditional full-time executive role? DAAXIT is seeking experienced Fractional Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) to partner with construction and skilled trades business owners, helping them improve profitability, strengthen cash flow, and make confident financial decisions. This is a remote, part-time opportunity designed for seasoned finance professionals who enjoy strategic advising, building relationships, and helping businesses succeed. You’ll have the flexibility to work with multiple clients, manage your schedule, and focus on what you do best: providing financial leadership that drives results.
Why Join DAAXIT?
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy the freedom of a part-time, fractional leadership role.
- Remote Work: Work remotely with occasional client-site travel, primarily during onboarding when necessary.
- Manageable Client Commitments: Most clients require approximately 8–10 hours of support per month.
- Meaningful Impact: Help construction business owners improve profitability, cash flow, and long-term financial success.
- Strategic Focus: Spend your time providing financial guidance, coaching, and business strategy.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values accountability, transparency, teamwork, and client success.
What You’ll Do
Financial Leadership & Strategy Serve as a trusted fractional CFO for multiple construction and skilled trades businesses. Lead monthly and quarterly financial review meetings with business owners. Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations. Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial goals. Perform and analyze construction work-in-progress (WIP) calculations and job costing. Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure business performance. Identify opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency.
Business Owner Advisory & Coaching Partner directly with business owners to develop financial strategies that support growth. Help clients understand their financial statements, job costing, and profitability. Translate complex financial information into clear, practical recommendations. Coach leadership teams on financial planning and decision-making. Build financial confidence and accountability within client organizations.
Client Relationship Management Develop strong, trusted relationships with assigned clients. Maintain consistent communication and provide proactive financial guidance. Collaborate with DAAXIT leadership to support client success. Manage multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality service. Maintain confidentiality and uphold DAAXIT’s professional standards.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced financial leader who understands the unique challenges of the construction and skilled trades industries and enjoys helping business owners succeed.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of CFO, Controller, or comparable senior financial leadership experience specifically within the construction industry.
- 8–10 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Extensive experience with construction work-in-progress (WIP) accounting and job costing.
- Strong understanding of construction financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with QuickBooks and construction-related ERP systems such as Sage, Timberline, Spectrum, Trimble, Acumatica, or Viewpoint.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to explain financial information clearly to business owners and leadership teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple client relationships.
- Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to client locations, particularly when beginning new engagements when necessary.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for occasional travel.
Construction Industry Experience Is Required Qualified candidates must have direct financial leadership experience working with construction businesses, including:
- General contractors
- Commercial or residential construction companies
- Subcontractors and specialty trades
- Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, concrete, painting, or similar skilled trades businesses
Please note: Experience exclusively in manufacturing, logistics, technology, transportation, or private equity without direct construction financial experience does not meet the requirements for this position.
Who Would Be a Great Fit?
This opportunity may be especially appealing if you:
- Have served as a CFO or Controller in the construction industry.
- Enjoy advising and mentoring business owners.
- Are looking to transition from a traditional full-time executive role into flexible fractional work.
- Prefer working independently while being part of a supportive team.
- Enjoy building long-term client relationships.
- Want to use your financial expertise to make a direct impact on growing businesses.
Work Arrangement & Travel
Remote: Work primarily from your home office. Flexible Hours: Client engagements generally average 8–10 hours per month, with opportunities to support multiple clients depending on availability. Occasional Travel: Some onsite client visits may be required, particularly during the beginning of a new client relationship. Work Environment: Primarily computer-based work with regular virtual meetings and client communication.
About DAAXIT
Founded in 2021 and built on more than 20 years of construction industry financial leadership experience, DAAXIT provides fractional CFO services specifically designed for construction and skilled trades businesses. We help business owners gain financial clarity, improve profitability, and build stronger, more sustainable companies. Our mission is to empower business owners with the financial tools, guidance, and confidence they need to achieve long-term success. Our core values of accountability, education, transformation, profitability, and transparency guide everything we do.
Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re an experienced construction CFO looking for a flexible opportunity to share your expertise, build meaningful client relationships, and help businesses succeed, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join DAAXIT and help construction business owners build stronger financial futures.
Equal Employment Opportunity DAAXIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process may contact the company to request assistance.
