Director of Finance

Panhandle Power Solutions (PPS) is seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-oriented Director of Finance & Accounting to lead the Company's financial organization and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Finance & Accounting will provide financial leadership supporting growth, operational excellence, and profitability across federal, commercial, and industrial construction markets. This executive oversees accounting, finance, treasury, FP&A, contracting, project financial management, tax compliance, risk management, and financial reporting while partnering closely with operations to maximize shareholder value. This position is based in Destin, Florida. Key Responsibilities Serve as PPS’ senior financial executive and trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team. Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and financial reporting. Develop executive dashboards, KPIs, and financial analyses to support decision-making. Oversee all accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and Job Cost Accounting. Ensure timely and accurate GAAP financial statements and maintain strong internal controls. Manage construction project financial performance, cash flow, backlog, and profitability. Lead treasury management, banking relationships, working capital optimization, and cash forecasting. Oversee tax compliance, bonding capacity, insurance reporting, and financial risk management. Lead and develop the Finance and Accounting organization. Drive ERP optimization, process improvements, automation, and financial systems enhancements. Manage and provide hands‑on oversight to the Contracting department. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA preferred. CPA required. 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience. Construction industry experience required. Experience with organizations exceeding $100 million in annual revenue. Knowledge & Skills Construction accounting, GAAP, project cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Experience with government contracting and FAR cost principles preferred. Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and strategic planning skills. Experience with Deltek Costpoint, Procore, Microsoft Office 365 (required), Power BI (preferred). Core Competencies Strategic Leadership Executive Presence Operational Excellence Business Partnership Leadership Decision Making Professionalism Location $185,000/Annually paid holidays paid time off including sick and vacation leave medical dental and vision insurance flexible spending accounts short and long term disability company paid life insurance 401(k) with a company match and discretionary profit sharing tuition reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr