Real Estate Chief Financial Officer

Overview

• Lead financial operations for a dynamic real estate development firm, focusing on compliance, accuracy, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to execute business plans and optimize investment strategies.
• Manage financial reporting, audits, and tax filings to ensure regulatory compliance and transparency.
• Oversee the operations of investment funds, emphasizing risk mitigation and performance tracking.
• Support the launch of new fund platforms, including legal document review and investor relations.
• Develop and implement financial systems to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide mentorship to accounting staff, fostering professional growth and institutional-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with third-party consultants to optimize tax strategies and investor outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency in financial matters.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead financial reporting processes, including audits and tax filings, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Manage investment fund operations, focusing on risk mitigation and financial performance.
• Support the development and launch of new fund platforms, including legal and financial documentation.
• Hire, train, and mentor accounting staff to achieve institutional-quality deliverables.
• Provide liquidity forecasts and data analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with executives to execute investment business plans and navigate complex structures.
• Develop tax strategies with external consultants to optimize investor outcomes.
• Streamline financial systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Assess third-party service providers to drive operational improvements and cost reductions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial leadership roles, preferably in real estate development.
• Proficiency in financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance processes.
• Experience managing investment funds and developing financial strategies.
• Strong skills in mentoring and developing accounting teams.
• Ability to collaborate with executive teams and external consultants effectively.
• Proven track record in optimizing financial systems and processes.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and transparency.
• Preferred experience in launching fund platforms and managing investor relations.