Chief Financial Officer (Commercial Real Estate)

Description

• Serve as liaison with legal counsel on contracts, significant disputes and insurance claims
• Oversee the Accounting department in coordination with the Director of Accounting, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for managed properties.
• Communicate organizational goals and objectives, aligning departmental responsibilities and resources
• Drive adoption of analytical tools, dashboards and automation within finance and across the enterprise
• Manage and invest corporate and client cash; oversee banking relationships and debt compliance
• Delegation of Authority — Assigns responsibility appropriately and monitors outcomes
• Maintain a rigorous system of internal controls. Enhance financial systems and workflows to improve efficiency, scalability and data integrity
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide mentorship to direct reports; build succession pipelines
• Overall responsibility for risk management strategy, including insurance procurement, risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Direct financial planning, capital allocation and liquidity management to support company growth and mission objectives
• Directly oversee preparation of financial statements and present findings to Board of Directors and other key stakeholders
• Leadership — Sets strategic and tactical goals; builds high‑performing, motivated teams
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation and service consistent with company values
• Partner with the other leaders on M&A, new acquisitions, financing structures and closings
• Monitor changes in accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements; adapt policies accordingly
• Coordinate external audits, tax planning and filings across corporate, partnership and property entities, and lead the internal audit team

Requirements

• Background in public accounting (audit and/or tax) a plus
• Decision Making — Applies sound judgment and data to timely decisions
• 8+ years senior financial leadership, with experience in real estate or property management strongly desired
• Communication — Articulates complex financial concepts clearly to boards, investors and associates
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent (CPA preferred)
• Financial Management — Deep expertise in accounting, tax, financial analysis and budgeting

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance