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CRE Recruiting

Vice President of Finance

CRE Recruiting, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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We are a private equity-backed real estate services platform focused on consolidating and scaling a network of high-performing, transaction-oriented businesses. With a disciplined acquisition strategy and a focus on operational execution, we are building an integrated platform that prioritizes financial rigor, talent-driven growth, and long-term value creation. The company is entering a significant growth phase and seeks a finance executive capable of building institutional-grade infrastructure from the ground up.

The

Vice President of Finance

will serve as the senior financial executive of the operating company, assuming full responsibility for accounting, reporting, compensation systems, budgeting, cash flow management, and post-acquisition integration. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role, ideally suited for a candidate with a strong accounting foundation and prior experience in transaction-driven, service-based businesses.

The position requires not only technical expertise but also the ability to operate independently, implement scalable processes, and maintain precision in a lean environment. As the business scales, this role will be central to ensuring financial discipline, reporting integrity, and investor readiness.'

Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Operations & Reporting

Oversee all core finance and accounting functions

Perform daily bank and transaction reconciliations to ensure real-time cash tracking and early detection of discrepancies

Manage the monthly close process and produce GAAP-compliant financial statements

Lead the transition from cash to accrual accounting, establishing company-wide financial controls and policies

Develop and maintain sophisticated KPIs and performance dashboards to support decision-making and drive accountability across the business

Build internal reporting tools to provide performance insights by business unit, geography, and revenue contributor

2. Compensation & Commission Management

Design and maintain systems for calculating and disbursing commission-based compensation

Ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance in all compensation-related processes

Structure compensation frameworks that support profitability, retention, and growth

3. Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management

Build and maintain the company's operating budget and dynamic forecasting models

Manage real-time and forward-looking cash flow tracking to inform capital planning and decision-making

Deliver financial analysis to support strategic planning and operational execution

4.Systems Implementation & Acquisition Integration

Identify and implement scalable financial systems, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, and commission tracking platforms

Standardize financial operations across all business lines

Integrate acquired companies into the financial structure, ensuring continuity in reporting, compliance, and systems alignment

5. Compliance & Financial Governance

Manage all tax, payroll, and regulatory reporting obligations

Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure audit readiness and mitigate financial risk

Maintain compliance with labor classifications and compensation-related regulations

6. Team Development & Vendor Oversight

Personally manage all finance and accounting functions in the early phase

Oversee external vendors including bookkeeping, tax advisory, and audit firms

Build internal capacity over time as complexity and transaction volume increase

Requirements

Qualifications Experience

Minimum if 8 years in finance and accounting, with at least 2-4 years in a senior leadership role

Proven track record transitioning from cash to accrual accounting

Direct experience integrating acquisitions into a centralized financial operation

Industry Background Preference for experience in real estate services or similarly structured, transaction-heavy, service-oriented business

Technical Skills Comprehensive understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards

Proficiency in KPI development and financial performance analysis

Experience managing commission-based compensation structures

Advanced modeling, forecasting, and Excel capabilities

Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage Intacct, Gusto, Spiff, and related platforms

Credentials

CPA preferred but not required

Compensation Overview

Base Salary:

$175,000

Annual Bonus:

Discretionary, based on individual and company performance

Equity Participation:

Option package tied to company performance, with participation in any future liquidity event

Benefits:

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off and observed holidays

Compensation may be higher for a candidate with the requisite experience and qualifications.

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