Cost & Inventory Analyst – CapEx

  • Location: Calvert, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1715
  • Salary: $85,000 - $110,000

Cost & Inventory Analyst – CapEx

Location: Calvert, AL
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Environment: Hybrid / Office & WFH

About the Role

We are seeking a Cost & Inventory Analyst – CapEx to support capital projects through cost accounting, financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and project closeout activities.

Key Responsibilities

Track and report financial performance of capital projects.
Maintain project-level accounts and monitor actuals, commitments, budgets, and forecasts.
Perform cost variance analysis and reconciliations.
Support month-end close and CapEx accounting activities.
Prepare monthly financial reports, forecasts, and management presentations.
Assist with project closeouts and final invoice reconciliation.
Support capital investment proposals, ROI, IRR, payback, and other financial analysis.
Ensure expenditures are accurately recorded in SAP/ERP systems.
Support budgeting, financial controls, and accounting policies.
Partner with Project Managers and cross-functional teams on capital projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
3–5 years of experience tracking and reporting large capital projects preferred.
Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
SAP or other large ERP experience preferred.
Knowledge of accounting standards.
CPA or CMA preferred.
Industrial experience in metals, mining, marine, paper, cement, power generation, or similar environments preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is highly analytical, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, teamwork, confidentiality, and decision-making skills are essential.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

CFP

  • Location: Huntsville, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1683
  • Salary: $165,000 - $180,000

FirstFour Staffing has partnered with a Regional Homebuilder and is assisting in their search for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is an onsite position.

 

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a strategic member of the executive leadership team and is responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the company, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and capital strategy. The CFO will provide financial leadership to support the company’s residential homebuilding and real estate development operations while driving profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

This role requires deep experience in residential construction, land development, project financing, and real estate investment structures.

 

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives
  • Partner with the executive team on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and market expansion
  • Provide financial analysis and recommendations related to land acquisitions, development opportunities, and new community investments

 

Accounting & Financial Operations

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Maintain compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, lender requirements, and internal controls
  • Manage the corporate tax return process in coordination with the external CPA firm, including preparation and review of all required tax-related journal entries and adjustments
  • Lead coordination with external CPA firm and other advisors

 

Homebuilding & Development Finance

  • Monitor profitability and cost performance across communities, development projects, and construction operations
  • Oversee job cost accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and project-level financial analysis
  • Analyze construction budgets, change orders, development costs, and margin performance

 

Treasury & Capital Management

  • Manage company cash flow, liquidity planning, and banking relationships
  • Oversee debt management, credit facilities, and financing structures
  • Evaluate opportunities for capital raising, joint ventures, and investor partnerships
  • Optimize working capital and operational efficiency across the organization

 

Operational Leadership

  • Develop KPIs and financial dashboards to measure operational and financial performance
  • Collaborate with construction, development, purchasing, sales, and operations teams to improve profitability and efficiency
  • Lead and mentor finance and accounting staff while building scalable processes and systems
  • Drive ERP, accounting system, and reporting improvements

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, including senior-level finance roles within residential homebuilding, construction, or real estate development
  • Strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, land development finance, and real estate financial modeling
  • Experience managing banking relationships, construction lending, and capital planning
  • Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
  • Advanced proficiency in financial reporting systems, ERP platforms, and Excel-based financial modeling
  • Strong analytical, communication, and executive leadership skills

 

Preferred Experience

  • Residential production homebuilding experience
  • Master-planned community or land development experience
  • Experience with private equity-backed or investor-backed organizations
  • Familiarity with lien laws, retainage, subcontractor management, and construction risk mitigation

 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive executive compensation package
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Equity participation or long-term incentive potential
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off

Senior Accountant

  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1671
  • Salary: $65,000 - $85,000

Job Summary:  
As an Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial health of the organization. You will manage essential accounting functions, maintain accurate records, and provide actionable insights to guide strategic decisions. This role directly supports operational efficiency, compliance, and continued company growth.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain financial records and manage the general ledger, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled  
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports  
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records  
• Ensure timely tax filings and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations  
• Support accounts payable processes, invoicing, and cash flow management  
• Assist with audit preparation and work closely with external auditors  
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting workflows and efficiency  

Core Outcomes:
• Deliver accurate monthly financial reports on time  
• Maintain compliance with tax and regulatory requirements  
• Improve accounting efficiency through process improvements  
• Maintain accurate reconciliations and audit-ready financial records  
• Provide financial insights to support company goals and leadership decisions  

Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting  
• Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close  
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail  
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and accounting software/ERP systems  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment  

Growth Opportunities:
• Advancement opportunities within the accounting and finance team  
• Exposure to strategic financial initiatives and company growth projects  
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities  

About the Company:
This growing industrial/manufacturing organization is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The company values collaboration, accountability, and professional growth while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and sustainabilityJob Summary:  
As an Accountant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the financial health of the organization. You will manage essential accounting functions, maintain accurate records, and provide actionable insights to guide strategic decisions. This role directly supports operational efficiency, compliance, and continued company growth.

Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain financial records and manage the general ledger, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled  
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports  
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records  
• Ensure timely tax filings and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations  
• Support accounts payable processes, invoicing, and cash flow management  
• Assist with audit preparation and work closely with external auditors  
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting workflows and efficiency  

Core Outcomes:
• Deliver accurate monthly financial reports on time  
• Maintain compliance with tax and regulatory requirements  
• Improve accounting efficiency through process improvements  
• Maintain accurate reconciliations and audit-ready financial records  
• Provide financial insights to support company goals and leadership decisions  

Qualifications:
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting  
• Experience with general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close  
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail  
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and accounting software/ERP systems  
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment  

Growth Opportunities:
• Advancement opportunities within the accounting and finance team  
• Exposure to strategic financial initiatives and company growth projects  
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training opportunities  

About the Company:
This growing industrial/manufacturing organization is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The company values collaboration, accountability, and professional growth while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and sustainability

Accountant

  • Location: Spanish Fort, Alabama
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1658
  • Salary: $60,000 - $65,000

Job Overview
FirstFour Staffing is seeking a Staff Accountant to support a growing, multi-entity organization with a focus on delivering financial support across several operating companies. This role will be responsible for a blend of job cost accounting, general ledger activities, monthly close, and financial reporting. The position works closely with leadership and operations teams to ensure accurate, timely, and actionable financial information.

This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional looking to gain exposure to both service-based and project-based environments, with the ability to contribute to daily accounting functions as well as operational financial analysis.


Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Job Cost Support (40%)

  • Assist with day-to-day accounting activities across multiple entities
  • Maintain accurate job cost records for project and service-based work
  • Review and code accounts payable invoices to appropriate entities, cost categories, and general ledger accounts
  • Track budgets versus actual costs for projects and operations
  • Support cost allocation and job cost reporting processes

2. General Ledger & Monthly Close (25%)

  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, prepaid expenses, accruals, and job cost accounts
  • Maintain supporting schedules and documentation

3. Financial Reporting & Analysis (15%)

  • Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and internal management reports
  • Support variance analysis across entities and operational areas
  • Ensure accounting data integrity for internal reporting tools
  • Help identify trends and variances in financial performance

4. Cash & Transaction Support (10%)

  • Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes
  • Support cash tracking and basic cash flow reporting

5. Systems, Process Improvement & Special Projects (10%)

  • Assist in maintaining accounting systems, including QuickBooks or similar platforms
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives, system enhancements, and reporting efficiencies
  • Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • 1–3 years of accounting experience preferred
  • Experience with job costing, construction, or service-based accounting is a plus
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting systems preferred
  • Basic understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
  • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to quickly learn new accounting systems and job cost platforms
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders

Senior Accountant

  • Location: Portsmouth, Virginia
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #1643
  • Salary: $75,000 - $80,000

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Company: FirstFour Staffing (Client Confidential)

Position Summary
FirstFour Staffing is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join a growing industrial organization based in Portsmouth, VA. This role will play a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
  • Analyze financial data and provide insights to support business decisions
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies
  • Support external audits and coordinate with auditors as needed
  • Monitor and improve internal controls and accounting processes
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams
  • Assist with special projects and process improvements as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (ERP experience preferred)
  • CPA designation or progress toward certification is a plus
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Why This Opportunity?

  • Join a stable and growing organization with strong leadership
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact on financial operations
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Clear path for professional growth and advancement