Chief Financial Officer

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will serve as a trusted business partner to our executive leadership team, shaping the financial strategy and executing our value creation plan. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role for someone who has operated in a PE-backed environment and sees finance as a driver of growth, accountability, and continuous improvement. The CFO will have direct responsibility for the overall financial plans, accounting, budget, forecasting, cash flow, tax, treasury and audit activities, including keeping the company compliant in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and ensuring that the company’s financial and regulatory reporting requirements are met from audit, bank covenant, and sponsor reporting perspectives.

What You’ll Do

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership to develop and execute financial strategies that align with our growth goals both organic and through acquisition.
• Leverage PE-backed environment experience to meet investor expectations and drive a sense of urgency across all strategic initiatives and value creation workstreams.
• Lead long-range financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis to keep us ahead of the curve.
• Develop and track meaningful KPIs and business performance metrics that give our teams clarity on where we’re headed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance and implement dashboards and KPI reporting aligned with strategic objectives, providing real-time visibility into business performance and instilling a data-driven culture throughout the organization.
• Own the preparation and delivery of private equity reporting packages - presenting financial performance, strategic updates, and forward-looking analysis with clarity and confidence. Serve as a key voice in board settings, translating complex financial data into compelling narratives that drive decision-making.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with investors and financial stakeholders, translating financial performance into strategic insight.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement- always asking how we can do things better, faster, and smarter.
• Apply commercial acumen to evaluate business opportunities, pricing strategy, contract economics, and capital deployment- ensuring financial decisions are grounded in real-world business impact.

Financial Operations & Oversight

• Own all financial functions: accounting, budgeting, reporting, tax, treasury, and financial analysis.
• Provide executive oversight of the Purchasing, Shared Services, and Contract Administration functions, ensuring alignment with the company’s financial objectives and overall business strategy.
• Ensure timely, accurate delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with GAAP.
• Lead and maintain rigorous percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting across all active projects- ensuring accurate revenue recognition, cost-to-complete analysis, job cost reporting, and margin visibility.
• Manage liquidity, working capital, and capital expenditures across our multi-location operations to support both stability and growth.
• Oversee preparation and approval of annual financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Proactively identify financial risks and build strategies to address them before they become problems.
• Maintain full compliance with all applicable financial laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure audit and bank covenant requirements are consistently met.
• Oversee the company’s insurance and risk management policies.

Capital & Investment Management

• Manage company’s ABL credit facilities and maintain strong relationships with lenders.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures and see them through from due diligence to integration- leveraging Private Equity-caliber rigor in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring. Demonstrated success in carve-out standup and integration situations is a strong differentiator.
• Partner effectively with PE sponsor, providing the financial transparency, reporting cadence, and strategic insight they expect. Comfortable navigating PE-backed environments and driving the value creation plan.
• Rigorously oversee and maintain a 13-week cashflow forecast and manage the treasury function to ensure the business has the funds it needs, when it needs them.

Team Leadership & Development

• Build the Best Team- Attract, develop, and retain top talent building a team that is high-performing, engaged, and growing.
• Set clear goals and create a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example: model the integrity, curiosity, and collaborative spirit that defines our company culture.

Technology & Systems

• Oversee the implementation and ongoing improvement of financial systems and tools that support efficient reporting, analysis, and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
• Ensure our financial systems are secure, scalable, and built for where we’re headed, not just where we are.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (required).
• MBA or Master’s degree in Finance (preferred).
• CPA or CFA designation (preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role in a private equity environment.
• Proven track record managing complex financial operations in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Experience working within or alongside a Private Equity-backed business including familiarity with PE reporting expectations, investor relations, and value creation frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, including revenue recognition under long-term contracts, WIP schedules, and job cost management.
• Hands-on experience with mergers and acquisitions, from evaluation through integration, ideally in a PE-sponsored context.
• Background in multi-location or multi-branch operations, ideally within construction, trades, or a related industry.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional analytical thinking with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Strong commercial aptitude- ability to connect financial insight to business strategy, customer economics, and operational outcomes. Comfortable thinking like an operator, not just an accountant.
• Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, including PE-grade models and return analysis.
• Proficiency in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) with a proven ability to use data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement across the business.
• Confident and polished in board settings- able to present complex financial information to directors, investors, and senior stakeholders with authority and clarity.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, inspire, and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Great Plains),Microsoft Excel, and advanced analytical applications
• Comfort operating in a high-growth, high-accountability environment where priorities can shift and agility matters.

Who You Are

• A person of high integrity who does the right thing, even when no one is watching.
• A natural collaborator who builds trust quickly and partners well with people across functions and levels- including board members and front-line operators.
• Someone who approaches every challenge with a continuous improvement mindset- always looking for a better way.
• Commercially minded: you understand that great finance leadership means enabling the business to win, not just reporting on results.
• Results-oriented, but grounded- you balance the big picture with the day-to-day details that keep things running smoothly.
• Adaptable and proactive: you don’t wait for problems to come to you.
• Entrepreneurial in drive and mindset: you have a true ownership mentality, are proactive and results-oriented, and thrive in fast-paced environments where urgency and accountability matter.
• A process-oriented builder: skilled in developing and optimizing financial systems and processes, with a servant leadership mentality and a commitment to implementing best practices and driving organizational growth.

Binswanger Glass offers clients glass and glazier solutions that will help restore, transform and increase the beauty of their home or commercial property. With more than 150 years of experience in the industry, we provide proficient project management, expert installation, and productive teamwork to assist clients with their needs. Originally founded in 1872, Binswanger Glass is headquartered in Memphis, TN and is the largest retailer and installer of Architectural Glass and aluminum products within the construction and residential markets in the United States. Please visit our website at www.binswangerglass.com for more information about our company. 

Best in Glass Benefits

Binswanger Glass offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees:

• Industry-leading Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K with employer match
• 100% Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance and additional Voluntary Benefits
• Personal Health Advocate
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 9 annual holidays
• Daily Pay

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