Director of Finance POST NUMBER: 453141
Title: Director of Finance
Company: Real Estate Industry
Reports to: Sr. VP Finance
Location: San Diego – Hybrid (2 days on-site, 3 days remote)
Compensation: $140,000 – $170,000 base 25% bonus (DOE)
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Sr. VP of Finance, the Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial planning, internal reporting, and control for the division. This leadership role drives strategic financial decision-making, ensures compliance with GAAP, and supports business operations through proactive analysis and forecasting. The Director also provides oversight in land development budgeting, sales contract administration, and supports key acquisition initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead preparation of annual business plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly updates; analyze performance against targets and drive corrective actions as needed
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Partner with the Sr. VP of Finance and cross-functional leadership to develop and implement business strategies aligned with divisional objectives
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Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive initiatives to improve margins and long-term return on capital
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Oversee land development budgets and participate in land acquisition evaluations to ensure alignment with growth plans
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Manage and approve key financial transactions including purchase orders, lot starts, recurring payments, and check requests
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Supervise sales contract administration and ensure adherence to financial controls and corporate policies
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Recommend improvements to internal reports and processes to enhance decision-making capabilities
Qualifications & Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business required; Master’s degree a plus
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CPA required or actively pursuing licensure
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6 years of progressive financial leadership experience, including at least 4 years in public accounting
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Proven background in the real estate industry; homebuilding experience strongly preferred
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Advanced Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, pivot tables)
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Strong grasp of cash flow modeling, particularly related to land deals and development
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
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Experience with construction loan origination and managing project finances is a plus
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Demonstrated leadership with the ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and adapt in a dynamic environment
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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