Vice President of Finance | Strategic Executive Leadership Opportunity

Vice President of Finance | Strategic Executive
Leadership Opportunity

Indianapolis, Indiana

Drive Strategy. Build Value. Lead Growth.

Jack Laurie Group is seeking an exceptional Vice President
of Finance to become one of the key executive leaders helping shape the future
of our company.

This is more than a traditional finance or accounting
leadership role.

We're looking for a strategic financial executive who will
partner directly with ownership, the President, and our Board of Directors to
help drive company strategy, improve profitability, strengthen financial
performance, and maximize the long-term enterprise value of the business.

Just as importantly, we're looking for a leader who isn't
afraid to roll up their sleeves and get in the trenches with the team. This is
a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys partnering with operations,
solving problems, improving processes, coaching people, and helping the
business win—not simply reviewing financial statements from behind a desk.

While this leader will oversee all accounting and finance
operations, their greatest impact will come from helping shape where the
company is going—not simply reporting where it has been.

The ideal candidate has experience leading finance within a
growing organization and understands project-based businesses such as
construction, specialty contracting, manufacturing, industrial services, or
similar environments. More importantly, they possess the strategic mindset,
leadership ability, and business acumen to influence decisions at every level
of the organization.

Executive Leadership Responsibilities

• Serve
  as the primary financial advisor to the President, ownership, and
  executive leadership team.
  
• Present
  strategic financial analysis, recommendations, and business insights to
  the President and Board of Directors.
  
• Participate
  in quarterly Board meetings as the organization's financial leader.
  
• Help
  shape the company's long-term strategic vision through sound financial
  leadership.
  
• Develop
  and execute financial strategies that support sustainable growth and
  organizational scalability.
  
• Drive
  initiatives that increase EBITDA, profitability, cash flow, and overall
  enterprise value.
  
• Evaluate
  acquisitions, investments, capital expenditures, financing opportunities,
  and strategic business initiatives.
  
• Build
  executive dashboards, KPIs, and financial scorecards that provide
  actionable insights for leadership.
  
• Provide
  financial guidance that helps leadership make confident, informed business
  decisions.
  

Financial Strategy & Business Performance

• Lead
  annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
  
• Develop
  financial strategies that support the company's long-term growth
  objectives.
  
• Identify
  opportunities to improve margins, optimize working capital, and strengthen
  financial performance.
  
• Analyze
  profitability by division, customer, market, and project.
  
• Drive
  continuous improvement in financial reporting, forecasting accuracy, and
  internal controls.
  
• Build
  scalable financial systems and processes that support a growing
  organization.
  
• Partner
  with leadership to establish financial objectives and measure
  organizational performance against them.
  

Accounting & Finance Leadership

• Provide
  executive oversight for all Accounting and Finance functions across
  multiple business units.
  
• Lead:
  
• Financial
  Reporting
  
• Month-End
  Close
  
• General
  Ledger
  
• Accounts
  Payable
  
• Accounts
  Receivable
  
• Payroll
  
• Treasury
  & Cash Management
  
• Banking
  Relationships
  
• Audit
  Coordination
  
• Tax
  Compliance
  
• Ensure
  accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reporting.
  
• Continuously
  improve accounting systems, reporting capabilities, and financial
  processes.
  
• Maintain
  strong internal controls while supporting organizational growth.
  

People Leadership

• Build,
  lead, and develop a high-performing Accounting & Finance organization.
  
• Foster
  a culture built on accountability, collaboration, urgency, continuous
  improvement, and servant leadership.
  
• Recruit,
  coach, mentor, and retain exceptional finance professionals.
  
• Establish
  clear expectations while creating opportunities for professional growth
  and leadership development.
  
• Lead
  by example with a hands-on leadership style, remaining engaged in the
  day-to-day business while empowering others to succeed.
  
• Build
  strong relationships across Operations, Sales, Purchasing, Project
  Management, and Executive Leadership.
  
• Lead
  organizational change initiatives that improve both the Finance function
  and the overall business.
  

Operational Partnership

• Partner
  closely with Operations, Purchasing, Estimating, Sales, and Project
  Management.
  
• Provide
  financial guidance that improves operational decision-making across the
  organization.
  
• Understand
  and improve:
  
• Job
  Costing
  
• Work-in-Progress
  (WIP) Reporting or similar project accounting methodologies
  
• Revenue
  Recognition
  
• Labor
  Productivity
  
• Project
  Profitability
  
• Cost
  Controls
  
• Forecast
  Accuracy
  
• Translate
  financial information into operational strategies that improve execution
  and profitability.
  
• Help
  operational leaders understand financial performance and create
  accountability throughout the business.
  

What We're Looking For

• Proven
  executive finance leadership experience within a growing organization.
  
• Experience
  in commercial construction, specialty contracting, manufacturing,
  industrial services, distribution, or other project-based industries is
  strongly preferred.
  
• Previous
  experience as a Vice President of Finance, CFO, Corporate Controller,
  Director of Finance, or similar executive leadership role.
  
• Demonstrated
  success increasing EBITDA, improving cash flow, strengthening financial
  controls, and creating measurable enterprise value through strategic
  financial leadership.
  
• Proven
  experience driving profitability, financial performance, and sustainable
  organizational growth.
  
• Strong
  understanding of:
  
• Financial
  Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
  
• Budgeting
  & Forecasting
  
• Cash
  Flow Management
  
• Financial
  Reporting
  
• Internal
  Controls
  
• Cost
  Accounting
  
• Job
  Costing
  
• Work-in-Progress
  (WIP) Reporting or similar project-based financial management
  
• KPI
  Development & Executive Reporting
  
• Experience
  building scalable financial systems and improving organizational
  processes.
  
• Proven
  ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing finance and accounting
  teams.
  
• Executive
  presence with the ability to influence ownership, executive leadership,
  and Board members.
  
• Ability
  to communicate complex financial information in a way that drives better
  business decisions.
  

What Sets You Apart

• You
  think like a business executive—not just a finance leader.
  
• You
  understand that finance should help shape the future of the company—not
  simply report its past.
  
• You
  know how to increase EBITDA, improve cash flow, and maximize enterprise
  value.
  
• You
  enjoy being in the trenches with your team and partnering with operations
  to solve real business challenges.
  
• You
  believe the best leaders are visible, approachable, and willing to roll up
  their sleeves.
  
• You
  are equally comfortable presenting to the Board of Directors, coaching
  your accounting team, and collaborating with operational leaders.
  
• You
  build exceptional teams and develop future leaders.
  
• You
  balance strategic vision with a hands-on leadership style.
  
• You
  lead with humility, accountability, integrity, and a servant-leadership
  mindset.
  

Compensation

• Base
  Salary: $175,000–$200,000, based on experience
  
• Generous
  executive performance-based bonus structure
  
• Comprehensive
  executive benefits package
  
• Opportunity
  to directly influence the financial performance and long-term success of a
  growing organization
  

Why Join Jack Laurie Group

At Jack Laurie Group, we believe finance is far more than a
support function—it is a strategic driver of our business.

As our Vice President of Finance, you'll have a seat
at the executive table, partnering directly with ownership, the President, and
the Board of Directors to influence major decisions, improve profitability,
strengthen operations, and maximize the long-term value of the company.

You'll build and develop an exceptional finance
organization, help shape business strategy, drive operational excellence, and
leave a lasting impact on a company that continues to grow.

If you're the kind of leader who enjoys influencing strategy
in the boardroom, partnering with operations in the field, and rolling up your
sleeves to help your team succeed, we'd love to meet you.