Head of Finance

Property Management & Real Estate Development

We are a hands-on property management and real estate development company seeking a Vice President of Finance to lead our financial operations as part of a planned leadership transition. This role is ideal for a candidate who is comfortable working in a small business environment—someone who can manage day-to-day accounting.

Core Accounting & Bookkeeping Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling the details, including:

• Maintaining accurate financial records and general ledger
• Managing accounts payable and receivable across multiple properties/entities
• Performing bank and account reconciliations
• Overseeing payroll and related filings
• Preparing quarterly financial statements and reporting packages
• Tracking budgets and analyzing variances by property
• Managing cash flow, including rent collections and vendor payments
• Maintaining organized, audit-ready records
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Real Estate & Property Management Focus

Experience in property management or real estate is strongly preferred, including:

• Financial oversight of multiple properties, entities, or LLCs
• Understanding of rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, and operating expenses
• Working with property managers, vendors, and external partners

Leadership & Strategic Responsibilities

In addition to day-to-day accounting, this role will:

• Provide financial insight and decision support to ownership
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans
• Improve financial systems, reporting processes, and internal controls
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals
• Support financing activities, including lender reporting
• Help scale financial operations as the company grows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience necessary, ideally in real estate or property management
• Strong accounting and financial reporting skills
• Comfortable in a small business, hands-on environment
• Experience with accounting/property management software
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive

Transition Opportunity

This position is part of a planned transition as the current VP of Finance prepares for retirement. The incoming candidate will work closely during the transition period to ensure continuity and a smooth handoff of responsibilities.