Director of Finance (Real Estate)
A dynamic real estate company headquartered in Philadelphia, specializing in acquisition, development, construction and in-house management of multifamily residential properties and high-end residential condominiums.
The mission is to create homes and communities by focusing on location, wellness, and innovation for our residents and investors
About the position:
The Director of Finance is responsible for partnering with the company’s CFO and other executives by taking a lead on financing strategies, finance reporting and operations, and more complex finance projects. This in-person position, based in our corporate office in Philadelphia, will oversee a team comprised of a Controller, Property Accountants, and Accounts Payable Associates, and will require strong collaboration with other departments and stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
Manage finance reporting, financial tracking, and budgets for all group entities.
Oversee financial aspects of acquisitions and sales.
Manage bank relations and communication with lenders.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of group entities' annual tax returns.
Participate in debt structuring.
Lead projects related to systems, implementations, and new technologies.
Provide leadership and supervision to the Finance and Accounting department, including
Recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training new employees.
Communicating expectations, monitoring job results, and providing feedback to encourage personal growth and development.
Modeling leadership and staff development to cultivate new leaders within the organization.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Adherence to the company's mission and values in all aspects of the job.
Minimum 10-15 years’ experience
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Professional Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is highly preferred.
Proven leadership experience in personnel management.
Experience with tax returns.
Familiarity with property management accounting software, such as Rent Manager or Yardi.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and precision.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the highest level of integrity.
Highly motivated with a strong desire and ability to learn quickly.
Responsive and open to feedback and growth.
Strong leadership and delegation skills to maximize team effectiveness.
Preferred Skills
Real estate development, acquisition, and/or property management industry experience.
Excellent time management skills.
Adaptability.
Fast learner.
Effective communication with all stakeholders, including employees, management, and other departments.
Salary And Benefits
$160,000 to $180,000 per year, including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement company matching program, generous vacation and paid time off, an employee referral program, complementary employee parking, and opportunities for continuing education and training.
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