Chief Financial Officer

  • Merito Group, LLC
  • Kendall, Florida
  • 5 days ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Chief Financial Officer – Transportation, Doral, FL
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial function with a mid-size construction company. This is a senior executive leadership role responsible for driving financial strategy, operational performance, and data-driven decision-making across DOT-funded and professional services contracts. Experience with DOT experience in Florida is a MUST!

The ideal candidate brings deep experience working with Departments of Transportation (preferably Florida DOT) and understands the financial complexities of engineering, construction inspection, and project-based professional services. This leader will provide strategic direction while remaining hands-on with financial systems, project analytics, executive reporting, and Deltek optimization.

The ideal candidate has strong experience with the Florida Department of Transportation projects and Deltek (Costpoint/Vantagepoint), and brings a hands-on, analytical approach to financial leadership. Key Responsibilities

  • Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Oversee project-based accounting, financial controls, and margin performance
  • Own and optimize Deltek Costpoint/Vantagepoint and executive financial dashboards
  • Provide clear project and enterprise-level financial insights to leadership
  • Ensure compliance with state DOT requirements, audits, and reporting standards
  • Lead and develop the finance team; partner closely with operations and executives

Required Qualifications

  • Senior-level finance leadership experience (CFO or equivalent)
  • State DOT project experience (FDOT strongly preferred)
  • Experience in engineering and/or construction inspection firms
  • Advanced knowledge of Deltek Costpoint/Vantagepoint
  • Strong project finance, analytics, and reporting expertise

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Benefit Insights


Health Insurance
401(k)
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

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Originally Posted on: 1/28/2026