Interim CFO Rochester, NY

Interim CFO Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Interim CFO to provide steady financial leadership for a family-owned construction organization in Rochester, New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on executive who can step in quickly, support the President with high-level financial guidance, and bring structure to a busy accounting environment during a sensitive period. The role will oversee core finance operations, strengthen reporting and cash management, and help the business navigate audit activity, compliance matters, and critical month-end and year-end processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the finance and accounting function on an interim basis, providing executive-level oversight across daily operations and long-range financial priorities.
• Serve as a key advisor to the President, delivering clear analysis on cash flow, liquidity, capital needs, and overall financial performance.
• Direct the accounting team, including leadership of the Controller and coordination across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and staff accounting activities.
• Manage timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes to ensure reliable financial results and executive reporting.
• Prepare, review, and present financial statements and management reports that support informed business decisions.
• Guide the organization through ongoing audit activity, valuation-related reviews, and other financial examinations with strong attention to accuracy and documentation.
• Oversee tax and compliance-related matters, including sales tax considerations and review of financial controls and reporting obligations.
• Utilize AS400 and related business systems to extract data, improve reporting visibility, and support efficient financial operations.