CFO

Chief Financial Officer + Real Estate Development + Investment Strategy

We are seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of a growing residential real estate development organization. This executive will oversee financial planning, capital strategy, accounting, reporting, risk management, and project-level financial performance. The CFO will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and will play a critical role in evaluating development opportunities, structuring financing, managing capital relationships, and ensuring the organization has the financial infrastructure necessary to support continued growth.

Executive-level impact — Serve as a key financial advisor to senior leadership and directly influence company strategy and growth. Real estate + finance — Work at the intersection of development, investment, capital markets, and financial strategy. Ownership of capital strategy — Lead financing, refinancing, lender relationships, joint ventures, and capital-raising initiatives. Visible role — Your analysis and recommendations will directly influence development decisions and investment opportunities.

Build the finance function — Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance organization. Entrepreneurial environment — Join a fast-paced organization where decisions are made with a long-term growth mindset. Meaningful projects — Help shape residential communities while driving the financial performance behind them. Strategic + hands-on — This is an opportunity for a Controller who enjoys being both a high-level strategist and a hands-on financial operator.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:
Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with company growth objectives. Serve as a strategic financial advisor to executive leadership. Evaluate capital structures and financing strategies. Provide financial insight supporting investment and development decisions. Capital Management & Financing:
Lead financing efforts for residential development projects, including debt, loans, and joint ventures. Establish and maintain strong relationships with lenders, investors, and financial partners. Monitor debt compliance, loan covenants, and lender reporting requirements. Lead capital-raising initiatives and financial presentations. Evaluate refinancing opportunities and overall cost of capital. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Modeling:
Direct annual budgeting and long-term financial planning. Review development pro formas and assess project feasibility. Monitor project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and return metrics. Provide scenario analysis and financial modeling to support investment decisions. Identify opportunities to improve project profitability and capital efficiency. Accounting & Financial Reporting:
Oversee accounting operations and financial reporting. Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Ensure accurate and timely financial statements. Oversee external audits and tax filings. Maintain appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and controls. Development & Project Financial Oversight:
Monitor the financial performance of residential development projects. Analyze project costs, variances, cash requirements, and profitability. Evaluate project performance against budgets and investment expectations. Implement financial controls and reporting processes across development activities. Risk Management & Compliance:
Assess financial and operational risks. Maintain effective internal controls. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements. Monitor financial exposures and proactively address potential issues. Team Leadership:
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team. Establish clear expectations and accountability. Build a high-performing finance organization capable of supporting future growth.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience. Direct experience within residential real estate development, homebuilding, multifamily development, or a closely related real estate environment. CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred. Strong technical accounting foundation with the ability to operate strategically and hands-on. Advanced financial modeling and real estate pro forma experience. Demonstrated experience with debt financing, refinancing, lender negotiations, and/or joint ventures.

Experience working with real estate accounting or ERP systems. Strong understanding of project-level financial performance and development economics.