Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 is a premier event for construction financial managers, taking place from October 18-20, 2026, at the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort in Ocean City, Maryland.
This conference will feature expert speakers, educational sessions, and networking opportunities designed to address the challenges faced by financial professionals in the construction industry.
CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 takes place in Digital, Online.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 will take place from October 18-20, 2026.
- 2Scale and Focus: This conference is tailored for construction financial managers, offering educational sessions and networking opportunities.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), details available at midatlantic.cfmaregional.org.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include CFOs, controllers, and financial managers from the construction industry.
- 5Entry: Registration is required; early bird rates available until September 20, 2026.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights from industry leaders, participate in educational sessions, and network with peers. This conference is tailored for construction financial managers, offering educational sessions and networking opportunities. Attendees include CFOs, controllers, and financial managers from the construction industry.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services to a targeted audience of construction financial professionals, enhancing visibility and fostering valuable connections. Attendees include CFOs, controllers, and financial managers from the construction industry.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
CFOs, controllers and treasurers of general contractors and specialty subcontractors who own job-cost, WIP and surety-reporting decisions for their firms.
Construction CPAs, auditors and tax advisers who prepare or review contractor financial statements under percentage-of-completion accounting.
Surety underwriters, bond producers and construction bankers reviewing contractor balance sheets, backlog and bonding capacity.
Risk managers, claims consultants and construction attorneys handling contracts, liens, OCIP/CCIP insurance programmes and dispute resolution.
Construction ERP and accounting-software decision makers from contractors replacing or upgrading job-costing, payroll and project-reporting systems.
Payroll, HR and benefits leaders from contractors managing certified payroll, prevailing wage reporting and multi-state workforce compliance.
Owners and finance leads from small and mid-sized Mid-Atlantic contractors who use the regional conference as their annual construction-finance benchmarking trip.
Emerging finance leaders and CCIFP candidates from CFMA member firms attending for chapter education, peer roundtables and credential progress.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Construction accounting and ERP vendors selling job costing, work-in-progress reporting, payroll and project-management modules to contractor finance teams.
Commercial banks and construction lenders promoting lines of credit, equipment financing and treasury services to contractors.
Surety bond producers and insurance brokers who structure bonding programmes, builders risk and subcontractor default coverage.
Payroll, benefits and HR compliance providers serving contractors with certified payroll, prevailing wage reporting and multi-state tax filing.
Claims, forensic accounting and construction law practices that support contractors on change orders, lien claims and dispute resolution.
AP automation, payments and cash-management fintechs targeting contractor finance departments that still run paper-heavy approval chains.
Association and credential partners (CFMA chapters, CCIFP preparation providers, construction-finance publications) that support member education and professional development.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Construction accounting and job-cost software: Job costing, cost-code structures, work-in-progress schedules and percentage-of-completion reporting built for contractors rather than generic bookkeeping.
Contractor ERP and project management systems: Integrated ERP suites linking estimating, project management, payroll and financial reporting across multiple jobs and entities.
Surety bonding and insurance brokerage: Bonding capacity programmes, performance and payment bonds, builders risk, general liability and subcontractor default insurance for construction firms.
Commercial banking and treasury management: Lines of credit, equipment and real-estate financing, lockbox and disbursement services, and cash-flow forecasting support for contractors.
Payroll and certified payroll compliance: Certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage compliance, multi-state payroll and fringe-benefit administration for construction workforces.
Risk management and claims advisory: Claims documentation, change-order and delay analysis, forensic accounting and insurance programme review for contractors.
Tax, audit and advisory services: Contractor-specific audits and reviews, revenue recognition guidance, R&D and depreciation studies, and ownership transition planning.
Legal and contract services: Construction contract review, lien and bond claim support, and dispute resolution counsel for finance and legal teams.
AP automation and payments: Invoice capture, subcontractor compliance tracking, electronic payments and audit trails for construction payables.
Benefits and workforce programmes: Group health, retirement plan advisory and workforce benefits administration aimed at contractor finance and HR leadership.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
9100 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
Facilities
Parking
TBA in Digital typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: TBA in Digital typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at TBA for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Member Early Bird
275Member Regular
350Non-Member Regular
400Monday Dinner Only (Member)
125Monday Dinner Only (Non-Member)
175
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Digital, Online
Why it matters
On 2026-10-18 to 2026-10-20, CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 in Digital gives construction buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport
Closest regional airport to Ocean City, with limited daily service and small regional aircraft. Confirm ground transport in advance because rideshare supply can be thin
TBA
to venue
Approx. 30-40 minutes by car to the 91st Street oceanfront
by car
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Largest practical gateway with the widest flight choice; rent a car or book a shuttle for the drive across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge
TBA
to venue
Approx. 2.5-3 hours by car
by car
Philadelphia International Airport
Good option for members flying in from the northern Mid-Atlantic; the drive south crosses Delaware before reaching the Maryland coast
TBA
to venue
Approx. 2.5-3 hours by car
by car
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Convenient for Washington-area members, but the longest drive of the main gateways; allow extra time on Friday afternoons
TBA
to venue
Approx. 3-3.5 hours by car
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
On site, 0 minutes to venue
USD 149–259 / night
The conference venue is also a resort hotel, so staying here removes daily transport. Ask the chapter for the group block, cut-off date and whether resort or parking fees apply.
Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites
Approx. 10-15 minutes by car along Coastal Highway to venue
USD 169–289 / night
Suite-style rooms with kitchenettes suit longer stays. Confirm parking charges before booking, since Coastal Highway traffic slows in the morning session window.
Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City
Approx. 10-15 minutes by car to venue
USD 129–229 / night
A practical fallback if the venue block fills. Check whether breakfast is bundled, since the venue resort rate may already include programme meals.
Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums
Approx. 15-20 minutes by car north along Coastal Highway to venue
USD 119–219 / night
Useful for attendees travelling with family or staying extra nights. The further north location makes a car or the Coastal Highway bus more important.
Dunes Manor Hotel
Approx. 15-20 minutes by car south along Coastal Highway to venue
USD 139–239 / night
Suited to attendees who want walkable boardwalk restaurants in the evening. Factor a taxi or rideshare into the budget for the venue commute.
Ocean City midtown and 91st Street condominium rentals
Varies, some within walking distance of the venue to venue
USD 110–210 / night
Shoulder-season weekly and nightly rentals often undercut hotel rates for groups. Check minimum-night rules, cleaning fees and whether the unit is inside the venue building.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Walk
Estimated costNo fare, on-property walk
Best forGuest room to session and exhibit space inside the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort
Sessions, meals and sleeping rooms are in the same oceanfront complex, so the main daily transfer is an indoor or covered walk.
Coastal Highway bus
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forOcean City bus along Coastal Highway between midtown hotels and the 91st Street venue
Ocean City runs a seasonal bus along Coastal Highway. Frequency drops in the shoulder season, so check the current timetable before relying on it for session start times.
Boardwalk tram
Estimated costApprox. USD 4-6 per one-way tram ride; confirm seasonal operation
Best forBoardwalk tram for the hotel-to-boardwalk stretch in south Ocean City
The tram is a seasonal amenity and mid-October operating days can be limited. Treat it as an evening option rather than a conference commute.
Taxi or rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD 55-85 one way; confirm with the operator
Best forSalisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY) to TBA
Pre-book for early and late arrivals because rideshare supply at SBY is limited. Journey time is roughly 30-40 minutes depending on Route 50 traffic.
Rideshare in town
Estimated costUSD 35–75 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forTypical Coastal Highway trip between midtown hotels and the venue
Useful for the Monday dinner if you are staying outside the venue. Surge pricing is common on weekend evenings in the resort corridor.
Rental car with self-parking
Estimated costApprox. USD 10-25 per day self-parking plus rental; confirm with the resort
Best forBWI or PHL arrival, drive to Ocean City, park at the resort
A car is the most flexible option from BWI or PHL. Confirm whether parking is included in your room rate, since resort parking policies vary by property and season.
Regional coach or shuttle
Estimated costUSD 2.50-6 single metro/light-rail journey (contactless)
Best forSalisbury and Baltimore area to Ocean City
Shoulder-season schedules are thin and some services do not run daily. Verify the drop-off point relative to 91st Street before booking.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. USD taxi/rideshare from BWI to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to TBA
Approx. 2.5-3 hours by car; Largest practical gateway with the widest flight choice; rent a car or book a shuttle for the drive across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Weather
Mid-October on the Maryland coast is shoulder season. Daytime highs usually land around 18-21 C (65-70 F) with overnight lows near 9-12 C (48-54 F), and steady ocean breezes make the beach and evening walks feel cooler than the number suggests. Rain is moderate, with roughly 80-100 mm spread across about 7-9 wet days in a typical October. The Atlantic hurricane season runs through 30 November, so coastal storms can still disrupt the drive from BWI or PHL. Pack layers, a windproof jacket and a compact umbrella, and recheck the forecast in the final 48 hours before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Online.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Resort-town setting
Ocean City is a beach resort town rather than a big-city conference district. Expect oceanfront hotels, boardwalk amusements and seafood restaurants, with the conference activity concentrated inside the venue resort and a short drive to the boardwalk.
Dress and evening tone
Sessions run on business casual: collared shirts, slacks and optional jackets, with layers because meeting rooms run cool. The Monday dinner is the social close and stays business casual rather than formal, though a jacket is common among chapter leadership.
Shoulder-season hours
Mid-October is past peak season, so some boardwalk shops, seasonal restaurants and amusements keep reduced hours or close for the year. Check opening times before planning an evening off site rather than assuming summer schedules still apply.
Tipping and payments
Local currency is the US dollar. Restaurants and bars typically expect a 15-20 percent tip, and hotel housekeeping is commonly tipped per night. Card payments are accepted nearly everywhere, but a little cash helps at boardwalk stands and for valet or bell staff.
Coastal weather etiquette
Oceanfront evenings in October are cool and breezy, and the resort's outdoor walkways and beach access can be windy. Bring a light windproof jacket for the walk to the dinner, and watch for sand and spray on the boardwalk after storms.
Driving and parking
Coastal Highway is the main north-south artery and slows noticeably at check-in and dinner times during event weekends. Confirm parking charges with your hotel, and leave extra time if you are driving between a midtown hotel and the 91st Street venue.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: SBY
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Digital; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY): Approx. 30-40 minutes by car to the 91st Street oceanfront; Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): Approx. 2.5-3 hours by car; Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): Approx. 2.5-3 hours by car; Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA): Approx. 3-3.5 hours by car. Allow road or rail time to Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort: Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort; Hilton Ocean City Oceanfront Suites; Holiday Inn & Suites Ocean City.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Digital; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: The Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort sits on the 91st Street oceanfront strip in Ocean City, and the town has no rail or metro service. The practical options are the Coastal Highway bus that runs the length of the resort strip, roughly USD 3-5 per ride or day pass, the seasonal boardwalk tram in south Ocean City at roughly USD 4-6 one way, and rideshare or taxi for airport and evening trips, with a typical in-town ride around USD 8-16 and the Salisbury airport (SBY) run around USD 55-85 one way. All fares are approximate; confirm current timetables and pricing with the operator. If you are staying at the venue resort, sessions, meals and sleeping rooms are inside the same complex, so daily transit is largely avoidable.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: October 2026
Temperature: Mid-October daytime highs typically 18-21 C (65-70 F), overnight lows around 9-12 C (48-54 F). The oceanfront feels cooler than the forecast because of persistent sea breezes, so bring a windproof layer for the walk between the resort buildings and the beach. Values are climatological norms for the Ocean City coast; check the forecast in the final week before departure.
Seasonality: October is a shoulder month on the Maryland coast, with roughly 80-100 mm of rain spread across about 7-9 wet days in a typical year. Some boardwalk businesses and seasonal attractions have already reduced hours by mid-October. The Atlantic hurricane season runs to 30 November, so monitor coastal storm forecasts and keep travel plans flexible if a system tracks up the coast during the conference week.
Packing: Mid-October daytime highs typically 18-21 C (65-70 F), overnight lows around 9-12 C (48-54 F). The oceanfront feels cooler than the forecast because of persistent sea breezes, so bring a windproof layer for the walk between the resort buildings and the beach. Values are climatological norms for the
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your registration tier and what it covers
T-2
Book the room block or a fallback oceanfront rate
T-3
Lock in flights to SBY or a BWI/PHL gateway
T-4
Arrange the airport transfer or rental car
T-5
Download the session agenda and pick your track
T-6
Pull your firm's current numbers for peer conversations
T-7
Draft questions for the sponsor and exhibit tables
T-8
Confirm CPE expectations with your state board
T-9
Check the coastal forecast and pack layers
T-10
Plan for Atlantic weather risk
T-11
Sort parking and resort fees
T-12
Load your member credentials and business cards
T-13
Plan the Monday dinner
T-14
Set a post-conference follow-up block
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at TBA
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 registration concourse
TBA
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
TBA
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$190.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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USD 275 / per person
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USD 350 / per person
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USD 400 / per person
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visitor · Monday Dinner Only (Member)
USD 125 / per person
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USD 175 / per person
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | Member Early Bird | USD 275 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Member Regular | USD 350 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Non-Member Regular | USD 400 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Monday Dinner Only (Member) | USD 125 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Monday Dinner Only (Non-Member) | USD 175 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Conference solutions and benchmarking suppliers at CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 in Digital.
Min. budget
$1,128.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Conference products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$5,076.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Digital show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is the 2026 CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference?
The conference is scheduled for 18-20 October 2026 at the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort in Ocean City, Maryland. The programme closes with a Monday dinner, which can also be booked as a stand-alone ticket. Confirm the final agenda and session times on midatlantic.cfmaregional.org before booking travel.
Who typically attends this regional construction finance conference?
Attendance skews to contractor-side finance: CFOs, controllers, treasurers and accounting managers from general contractors and specialty subcontractors, alongside construction CPAs, surety underwriters, bankers and construction attorneys who serve those firms. Because it is a regional chapter conference, groups from the same Mid-Atlantic contractor often travel together.
How much is registration?
Published rates are USD 275 for member early bird, USD 350 for member regular and USD 400 for non-member regular. A Monday Dinner Only ticket is USD 125 for members and USD 175 for non-members. Rates are as listed by the organiser; check the registration page for current deadlines and what each tier includes.
Is the Monday dinner included in a full conference registration?
The organiser sells a separate Monday Dinner Only ticket at USD 125 for members and USD 175 for non-members, which indicates the dinner can be purchased independently of the conference pass. If you are registering for the full programme, confirm with the chapter which meal functions your tier covers before you budget for the dinner.
Which airport is most practical for Ocean City, Maryland?
Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional (SBY) is the closest regional airport, roughly 30-40 minutes by car from the 91st Street oceanfront strip. Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) and Philadelphia (PHL) are larger gateways with far more flight options, but each involves a drive of roughly 2.5-3 hours. Treat drive times as approximate and confirm with your rental or transfer provider.
Is there a room block at the Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort?
The conference venue is itself an oceanfront resort with on-site sleeping rooms, which is why many attendees stay in the building. Room-block codes, cut-off dates and nightly rates are set by the organiser and were not published on the pages reviewed; ask the chapter about the group block before booking a public rate.
What should I budget beyond the registration fee?
Plan for lodging, meals not covered by the programme, parking or resort fees, and travel to Ocean City. Mid-October is shoulder season on the Maryland coast, when oceanfront rooms commonly sit in the USD 130-290 per night range depending on view, floor and booking channel. Treat that as an approximate band and confirm the actual rate with the resort.
Do I need a car during the conference?
Not necessarily if you stay at the venue resort, because sessions, meals and sleeping rooms are in the same complex. A car helps if you stay elsewhere along Coastal Highway or want to reach the boardwalk and restaurants. Ocean City has a Coastal Highway bus and a seasonal boardwalk tram but no rail or metro service.
What is the dress code and evening format?
Expect business casual for sessions: collared shirts, slacks, jackets optional, with layers because meeting rooms run cool. The Monday dinner is the social close of the programme and typically stays business casual rather than formal. Oceanfront evenings in mid-October are cool and breezy, so bring a light jacket for the walk between buildings.
Can I earn CPE credit at this conference?
CFMA chapter conferences are generally built around continuing education for CPAs and construction finance professionals, and attendees often claim CPE for the technical sessions. The credit hours and fields of study for the 2026 edition were not confirmed on the pages reviewed, so check the organiser's programme page or ask the chapter for the credit statement before you file.
Are sponsor and exhibitor opportunities available?
Yes. The conference runs a sponsor programme and an exhibit presence aimed at firms that sell to contractor finance teams, such as construction accounting software vendors, banks, surety and insurance brokers, and payroll compliance providers. Sponsor tier details and pricing are handled directly by the chapter, so contact the organiser rather than assuming a published rate.
What is Ocean City like in mid-October?
Mid-October is shoulder season: the beach and boardwalk remain open, daytime temperatures usually sit near 18-21 C (65-70 F), and some seasonal businesses have already scaled back hours. It is quieter and cheaper than summer, but you should confirm restaurant and attraction hours directly rather than relying on peak-season listings.
Glossary
- CFMA
- Construction Financial Management Association. The Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference is delivered by CFMA chapters and draws contractor finance professionals from across the region.
- CCIFP
- Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional. A credential for accountants and finance leaders who specialise in contractor financial management, covering accounting, tax, risk and surety topics.
- Work-in-progress (WIP) schedule
- The contractor's core reporting schedule showing each job's contract value, costs incurred, revenue earned, billings and over- or under-billings. Surety underwriters and lenders rely on it to judge job performance.
- Overbillings and underbillings
- The gap between what a contractor has billed a client and the revenue actually earned on that job. Underbillings sit as an asset and can signal cash-flow strain; overbillings sit as a liability.
- Job costing
- Tracking labour, material, equipment and subcontract cost against a specific project and cost code, so finance teams can compare actuals to the estimate before the job closes.
- Retainage
- A percentage of each progress payment withheld by the owner until the work is accepted. Retainage ties up contractor cash and must be tracked job by job.
- Backlog
- The value of contracted work not yet performed. Lenders and sureties read backlog alongside margin trends to judge whether future revenue is healthy or thinning.
- Bonding capacity
- The maximum aggregate and single-project bond exposure a surety will extend to a contractor. It is set from financial statements, WIP schedules, backlog and working capital.
- Percentage-of-completion accounting
- The revenue recognition method that books income in proportion to costs incurred against total estimated job cost. Changes in estimated cost-to-complete flow straight into reported margin.
- Change order
- A written modification to scope, price or schedule. Unapproved change orders are a frequent source of disputes and of disputed revenue on contractor statements.
- Certified payroll and prevailing wage
- Weekly payroll reporting required on public works projects, documenting each worker's classification, hours and the prevailing wage plus fringe paid.
- Mechanic's lien
- A statutory claim against a property for unpaid work or materials. Finance and legal teams track lien deadlines closely because missed notice periods can extinguish the right to claim.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- CFMA Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference 2026 Digital
- CFMA Mid 2026
- CFMA Mid Digital 2026
- Atlantic Regional Conference Digital 2026
- CFMA 2026
- CFMA Digital 2026
- Digital Online
- Conference Conference Digital
- Digital trade fair
- Digital trade show 2026
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