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Ignited Recruiting

Chief Financial Officer - Real Estate

Ignited Recruiting, San Diego, California, United States, 92154

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We are working with a well-respected real estate firm who is looking for a Chief Financial Officer. This position carries full accountability for financial operations, accounting, tax strategy, debt management, legal oversight, insurance, technology infrastructure, financial reporting, and cash flow management. Reporting directly to the CEO and collaborating closely with the COO, the CFO will serve as a trusted strategic advisor in a fast-paced, nimble environment. This is a fully onsite position.

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Key Responsibilities Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and cash positions for the corporate entity. Oversee the debt department, ensuring a sound debt strategy is deployed for each transaction. Coordinate with the Director of Equity on deal structuring and joint venture agreements to minimize risk and reduce tax liability. Direct all accounting functions, including financial reporting, compliance, and the application of best-practice accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Manage tax strategy, filings, and relationships with external tax advisors. Collaborate with the CEO and COO on key technology decisions. Ideate and collaborate on process improvements to drive platform-wide efficiency and support growth. Manage, mentor, and retain a lean but highly capable internal team across accounting, debt, legal, and IT functions.

Qualifications & Requirements 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, including at least 5 years in a management role (e.g., Director of Finance, Director of Accounting, or Controller). Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA required. Deep understanding of capital markets, real estate deal structuring, joint venture agreements, and project financing. Experience in a closely-held firm strongly preferred. Proven strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high accountability.

Join a closely-held real estate, construction, and investment firm with decades of growth and reinvention, focused on value-add residential real estate in strategic Western U.S. locations. They emphasize long-term ownership, tax-efficient cash flow, and a vertically integrated approach (in-house construction, design, finance, and asset management) to deliver enduring value. Their culture is built on caring, connection, hard work, humility, and innovation—creating lasting communities where residents thrive and investors see strong returns. xsgimln

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