20/20 Foresight Executive Talent Solutions is hiring: Chief Accounting Officer i

Overview

The company is an award-winning, fully integrated real estate development and investment firm with over 30 years of experience, based in Houston, Texas. Specializing in large-scale master-planned communities and mixed-use developments, the company creates extraordinary, highly amenitized communities that blend residential single-family homes with vibrant commercial, retail, and recreational spaces. The company’s faith-based culture is rooted in stewarding resources, cultivating relationships, and enriching lives through innovative design and robust lifestyle programming. With a vertically integrated approach, they handle development, construction, brokerage, and property management, delivering projects on time and on budget across Northwest Houston, College Station, and surrounding areas.

Position

The Chief Accounting/Financial Officer (CAO/CFO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO. The CAO/CFO will oversee all financial operations, drive strategic financial planning, and ensure fiscal stability for the company’s residential and mixed-use development projects. This role requires an executive leader with deep expertise in real estate finance, fundraising, and mixed-use development to support the company’s growth objectives in a fast-paced, faith-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to support the company’s growth in residential single-family and mixed-use town center developments.
• Lead long-term financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow modeling to ensure fiscal sustainability and alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to establish long-range financial objectives, strategies, and policies for residential and mixed-use projects.
• Prepare detailed offering memoranda and packages for equity partners and lenders to support acquisitions and development initiatives.
• Manage relationships with lenders, equity partners, and brokers to optimize capital structures and minimize financing costs.

Financial Oversight and Reporting:

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry regulations.
• Prepare and communicate accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to the executive team, board of directors, and stakeholders.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Project Underwriting and Analysis:

• Lead the underwriting process for residential single-family and mixed-use town center developments, including due diligence, feasibility analysis, and valuation.
• Develop and review cash flow models, investment analyses, and financial projections for proposed developments and acquisitions.
• Assess and mitigate financial risks associated with mixed-use projects, including market fluctuations and regulatory changes.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Direct and mentor the finance and accounting team, fostering professional development and ensuring high performance in a collaborative, family-oriented environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, construction, and property management, to align financial goals with operational objectives.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO, contributing to key decisions on acquisitions, partnerships, and project financing.

Mixed-Use Town Center Expertise:

• Provide financial leadership for the mixed-use town center component, ensuring a balanced integration of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces to promote social interaction and community engagement.
• Monitor and optimize the financial performance of mixed-use assets, including retail and commercial leasing, to maximize returns.
• Ensure compliance with zoning regulations and mixed-use development standards, coordinating with local authorities and stakeholders as needed.

Risk Management and Tax Compliance:

• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial exposure in development projects.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and industry best practices.
• Oversee audits and coordinate with external auditors to maintain transparency and accuracy in financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field;
• CPA required; MBA or CFA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior financial role within real estate development or investment, preferably in residential and mixed-use projects.
• Proven track record in raising debt and equity financing for real estate developments, with a strong network in banking and investment communities.
• Extensive experience in underwriting, financial modeling, and cash flow analysis for residential and mixed-use developments.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, Argus, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of mixed-use zoning, development regulations, and market trends in residential and commercial real estate.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a faith-based, values-driven organization.
• Results-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset with strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple projects at various stages.
• High ethical standards and integrity in financial management and decision-making are aligned with a mission to steward resources responsibly.
• Preferred: A demonstrated history of volunteering or active involvement in a non-profit, reflecting a commitment to community service and values-aligned leadership.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management

Industries

• Real Estate
• Financial Services
• Accounting