Identify and mitigate financial risks across development projects by establishing strong internal controls, policies, and procedures specific to development accounting.
Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes for the development business, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, accurate tracking of budgets, commitments, and actuals, and proactive monitoring of performance against targets.
Lead, mentor, and grow the accounting and finance team supporting the development function, fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s rapid growth objectives, supporting the expansion of the development group and ensuring accurate monitoring & forecasting of cash requirements for all projects.
Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to address strategic issues and opportunities related to development projects.
Collaborate & communicate effectively with our Development, Procurement & Technical Services departments, building strong relationships across Venterra to support project success and drive value creation.
Review and audit subcontractor pay applications, change orders, and cost documentation; ensure compliance with budget allowances and financial requirements.
Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets (hard costs, soft costs, contingency, and financing), track variances, and manage contingency funds in line with governance
Lead and manage all finance and accounting activities for the development line of business.
Partner with the General Contractor’s project controller to validate reporting, invoicing, and payment schedules, ensuring transparency and accurate financial documentation (including insurance, lien releases, and certifications).
Oversee the preparation of clear and timely financial statements, develop and maintain project KPIs and financial dashboards, and provide meaningful analysis and insights to senior leadership to support sound decision-making.
Requirements
python
sql
power bi
financial modeling
excel
cpa
Astute analytical abilities and critical thinking, with a solid foundation in development finance, financial and investment terminology, and expertise in building and supporting financial models.
Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities.
Knowledge in VBA, SQL, Python, or Power BI an asset.
Solid understanding of real estate development lifecycles, from land acquisition through stabilization.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling and KPI reporting for development multifamily projects.
Demonstrated experience with construction financing, loan draws, and compliance reporting for internal stakeholders, lenders and investors.
7+ years of progressive experience in real estate development finance and accounting
Mastery of Microsoft Excel.
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or relevant field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred
Benefits
Educational Assistance / Reimbursement to support your drive to learn.
A robust package of Health (Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision), 401k matching, paid vacation suite benefits and employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, among other things.
Competitive Base Salary and performance bonus.
8 paid hours per year of Volunteer Time Off to serve the organization(s) of your choice.
Access to thousands of employee discounts with BenefitHub.
The company was founded in Houston, marking the beginning of its journey in real estate.
$9B Transactions
Total Real Estate Volume
The company has completed over $9 billion in real estate transactions, showcasing its significant market presence.
$5–7B Portfolio
Managed Assets
The company manages a portfolio of residential and property assets valued near $5–7 billion.
25K+ Units
Residential Properties
Operations include approximately 25,000–26,000 apartment units across multifamily communities.
Acquiring and managing multifamily communities across major U.S. cities.
Projects involve acquisition, development, and hands-on management of multifamily housing in dense urban and suburban markets.
Earning top workplace honors from Fortune, Glassdoor, and Great Place to Work, reflecting its distinctive culture.
Standout is its ‘WOW’ program—allocating six-figure budgets to surprise and delight both residents and team members.
Culture + Values
Honesty and Integrity – The highest standard of Integrity and Honesty will permeate all of our actions.
Humility – We are always learning. We will not allow personal or corporate arrogance to get in the way of progress and success.
Never‑ending Pursuit of Excellence – We take pride in what we do and our pursuit of a “Better Way” never ends. We have an intense sense of urgency in everything we do.
Candor and Openness – We will respectfully tell each other the truth; both the good and the bad. Politics will not be allowed to get in the way of our pursuit of excellence.
Unparalleled Service Excellence – We aim to be the standard of service excellence against which others measure themselves in our industry.
Team First – While we encourage and reward individual achievements, we make team success a priority. We will make personal sacrifices to ensure the team succeeds.
Prudent Cost Management – We will make careful and sensible value‑based decisions about all money and other resources entrusted to us.
Environment + Sustainability
$200,000+
Charitable Contribution
Raised more than $200,000 for Susan G. Komen through charitable initiatives.
No publicly stated net-zero target date found
Corporate social responsibility includes community partnerships and volunteer programs
Inclusion & Diversity
~80% Participation
DEI Survey
Approximately 80% of employees participated in the DEI survey, reflecting strong engagement in diversity and inclusion efforts.
Best In Class
DEI Rankings
The company's DEI results are ranked 'best in class' when compared to peer organizations, showcasing exceptional performance in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Strengths: very positive perceptions of workplace inclusion; strong collaboration across differences and equitable policies/practices; senior leadership commitment and manager accountability
Formed a DEI Strategy and Action Team (DEISAT) of 15 employees to develop and guide DEI strategy
Offering Conscious Inclusion Education sessions hosted by Kaleidoscope Group throughout 2021