Operations and Finance Manager

Operations and Finance Manager - Lead Business Operations for Chicago's Premier Steel Fabricator

Job Overview

• Company: Composite Steel.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000 to $80,000 per year (based on experience).
• Location: Melrose Park, IL.
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time.
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Government, and Union.
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity You will serve as the financial engine and operational hub for a premier union steel fabricator. This dual-impact role allows you to lead front-office operations while directly influencing the company's growth through precise financial management and strategic reporting.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Maintain accurate books and daily accounting entries to ensure the firm's financial integrity.
• Generate monthly financial reports that empower leadership to track profitability and scale effectively.
• Drive the billing cycle by creating professional invoices and managing collections to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Oversee payroll processing and ensure all union-related documentation is executed with total precision.
• Manage lien waivers and compliance requirements to protect the business and our project partners.
• Act as the primary administrative point of contact for clients regarding billing and project needs.
• Lead day-to-day office operations to streamline workflows as the company continues to expand.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a dual financial and operational role within the construction or industrial sector.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and the management of daily financial entries.
• Direct experience handling payroll, union documentation, and the processing of lien waivers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume billing cycles and professional collections.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in a construction office environment.
• Deep understanding of union-specific labor requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience in generating and interpreting project-based profitability reports for leadership.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle ensuring consistent and reliable compensation.
• Comprehensive medical insurance for your health and wellness needs.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Professional training and certifications to support your career development.
• Safety equipment provided for any necessary field or shop visits.

About Us Composite Steel is a growing, union-strong leader in Chicago's skyline where high-quality craftsmanship meets unmatched professional opportunity. From healthcare facilities to local schools, we tackle diverse projects that directly impact the community.

Composite Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.