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Job Title: Senior Director of Operations and Finance
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer / Principals
Position Overview
The Senior Director of Operations and Finance will play a central supporting role to the Executive Team across the financial, investment, and administrative operations of the Asset Management Company, and affiliated entities. This hands-on leadership position focuses on day-to-day staff management, providing high-quality support for complex investments, and full ownership of program-managing all capital improvement projects.
The ideal candidate brings operational excellence, strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and a results-driven, hands-on approach. Backgrounds in program management, management consulting, or financial planning & analysis are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Staff Management & Team Leadership
· Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and management to the operations team
· Foster a high-performance culture with emphasis on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Capital Improvements - Program Management (Full Ownership)
· Own and lead the end-to-end program management of all capital improvement projects across real estate and operating assets.
· Assist Project Managers in developing comprehensive project plans, detailed timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
· Track all projects across all entities progress, vendors and contractors relationships, resolve issues, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
· Provide regular, transparent reporting and updates to the Executive Team and Principals.
Financial & Investment Support
· Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
· Provide analytical support for cash management, treasury functions, and liquidity planning.
· Assist with complex investment analysis, due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and reporting.
· Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, auditors, and investment managers as needed.
· Support the development and maintenance of financial controls and procedures.
Strategic & Administrative Support
· Work closely with the Executive Team and Principals to support strategic initiatives and special projects.
· Prepare high-quality analysis, presentations, memoranda, and decision-support materials.
· Identify and recommend operational improvements and efficiencies.
· Ensure smooth administrative operations and compliance support across entities.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or CPA strongly preferred).
· 10 years of progressive experience in finance, operations, or consulting, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
· Demonstrated success in asset management, private equity, real estate, or multi-entity environments.
· Strong hands-on experience in program/project management, especially capital projects and real estate improvements.
· Solid financial modeling, analysis, and reporting skills.
· Proven track record managing and developing staff.
Key Competencies:
· Operational excellence and process improvement skills.
· Strong financial acumen with the ability to deliver actionable insights.
· Strategic vision balanced with hands-on execution.
· Excellent program management and organizational skills.
· Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.
· Highest levels of discretion, integrity, and professionalism in a confidential environment.
What We Offer
· Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus.
· Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, generous PTO).
· Opportunity to work directly with successful principals and executives.
· High-visibility role with significant impact, particularly in capital projects and strategic planning
- · Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture