What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at LIV Development?
The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of LIV and working closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to support and achieve overall financial objectives. This role provides strategic direction in managing budgets, maintaining financial records, forecasting, key performance indicators (KPIs), compliance, and financial reporting. This role also contributes to developing financial strategies, assisting with project dispositions, assisting with ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and overseeing LIV’s overall risk management programs. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and manages members of the Accounting and Finance department.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and direction to the Accounting and Finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
- Oversee the monthly budgeting and financial statement reporting process for LIV and the investment entities across LIV’s portfolio
- Ensure accuracy of financial systems and ledgers, including month-end and year-end close processes
- Oversee tax reporting process across LIV’s portfolio in coordination with external tax advisors
- Oversee lender compliance reporting and communication
- Oversee investor accounting, reporting and certain financial communications
- Develop and maintain investment waterfall models and track investment returns
- Direct involvement in project disposition process and financial modeling thereof
- Maintain financial forecasts, liquidity analysis, and monitor budgets
- Collaborate with asset management, construction, development, and acquisition teams to align financial reporting with project performance
- Manage KPI compilation and strategic analysis reporting to leadership team
- Contribute to development of new accounting processes, controls, and systems to safeguard company assets and mitigate risks
- Oversee the coordination of insurance programs and risk management process
- Collaborating with executive management to guide strategic decision-making with financial insights and analysis.
- Collaborating with CFO to handle all banking relationships and project debt process
- Assist with special projects and analysis as needed
Skills/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA certification or Financial Certifications strongly considered
- 8 years of accounting experience, real estate or investment industry experience a plus
- Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and executive management
- Exceptional decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic financial planning
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in corporate finance, risk management, and regulatory frameworks
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and dependability
Work Environment
Due to the highly collaborative nature of our work, this position is an in-office position based in our Birmingham, AL headquarters. LIV fosters a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth, team-building activities, and community involvement.
About LIV Development
LIV Development is a leading multifamily developer dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the United States. Through meticulous site selection, strategic acquisitions, innovative design, hands-on construction, and expert operations management, every aspect of community creation is thoughtfully executed with residents in mind. LIV’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its resident-first approach consistently delivers higher returns for its investors, employees, and residents alike.
LIV Development ranked #3 in the small company category in the Birmingham Business Journals’ 2026 Best Places to Work awards.
The LIV Culture
At LIV, we’re committed to building careers, fostering authentic connections, and rewarding performance—with a shared mindset that we can always be 1% better every day. We challenge ourselves and each other to ask, “Is this the best we can be?” and work collectively for the good of our teams, our properties, and the communities we serve.
We support your growth through personalized development plans and a culture that values both professional excellence and personal well-being. We create space to share hobbies, celebrate wins, and build lasting relationships.
Giving back is part of who we are. In 2025, 100% of our team financially supported The Goodfield Foundation, an employee-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of residents in LIV communities. Through meaningful programs, engaging events, and hands-on service opportunities, Goodfield fosters connection, promotes wellness, and strengthens the sense of community that defines the LIV experience.
Salary & Benefits
LIV offers highly competitive, performance-rewarding compensation, work-life balance, and endless professional growth opportunities. Some of our other benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA
- 401k with company match
- Health & wellness stipend
- Generous PTO and company holidays, including paid days for service
- Employer paid pre-marital and marital counseling
- Employer paid JH Outback and Scott River Lodge excursions for parents and children or spouses