Job Description

CFO/VP of Finance

$200000 - $375000 per year | Washington, DC | On-site | Permanent

CFO / VP of Finance – Real Estate Investment & Development

A bit about us:

We are a privately held real estate investment, development and operating company with a long-standing presence in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our diversified portfolio spans commercial office, multifamily, mixed-use, retail and hospitality assets.

We take a hands-on approach to identifying investment opportunities, structuring transactions, developing properties and managing assets throughout their life cycles. Our business combines an entrepreneurial mindset with a long-term investment perspective, supported by established relationships with lenders, investors, development partners and other industry stakeholders.

As we continue to manage and grow our portfolio, we value sound financial judgment, disciplined capital allocation and a collaborative approach to decision-making.

Why join us?

• Strategic impact: Work closely with senior leadership on capital allocation, investment decisions, financing strategy and overall business performance.
• Broad financial ownership: Help oversee the financial operations of a diversified real estate investment and development platform.
• Complex transactions: Participate in acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing, joint ventures and development-related financing.
• Entrepreneurial environment: Join a privately held organization where financial leadership can directly influence decisions and business outcomes.
• Long-term perspective: Contribute to a business focused on disciplined investment, asset value creation and sustainable portfolio growth.
• Executive visibility: Partner directly with company leadership, lenders and investment stakeholders on important financial and strategic matters.

Job Details

Chief Financial Officer / Vice President of Finance

Location: Washington, DC

Position Overview

A privately held real estate investment, development and operating company is seeking a strategic, hands-on finance executive to oversee financial planning, capital strategy, financial reporting and business performance across a diversified real estate portfolio.

Reporting to senior company leadership, the successful candidate will serve as a key financial partner in evaluating investments, managing capital, optimizing cash flow and supporting the company's continued growth. The role requires a combination of strategic financial leadership, technical expertise and the ability to work directly with executives, lenders, investors and external advisors.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's investment objectives and long-term business plans.
• Partner with senior leadership on capital allocation, investment decisions, risk management and business performance.
• Oversee annual budgets, periodic forecasts, financial modeling and management reporting.
• Evaluate financial results, identify trends and recommend strategies to improve returns, liquidity and operational efficiency.

Capital Markets & Financing

• Manage relationships with commercial banks, lenders, investors and other capital providers.
• Lead or support debt and equity financing, refinancing, credit facilities and capital structure optimization.
• Evaluate financing alternatives and negotiate commercial terms to support acquisitions, development projects and existing portfolio assets.
• Monitor debt maturities, covenant compliance, liquidity and financing risks.

Real Estate Investment & Development

• Support acquisition, disposition and development decisions through financial modeling, underwriting and investment analysis.
• Evaluate projected returns, cash flows, financing structures and investment assumptions.
• Partner with development and asset management teams on project budgets, construction financing, capital expenditures and performance against plan.
• Assist with joint-venture structures, investment partner reporting and transaction due diligence.

Accounting, Reporting & Controls

• Oversee financial reporting, consolidated financial statements, budgeting, forecasting and cash management.
• Ensure appropriate accounting policies, internal controls and financial reporting processes across multiple entities.
• Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, auditors and legal counsel.
• Maintain visibility into portfolio-level and corporate financial performance.

Executive & Stakeholder Relationships

• Present financial results, forecasts, financing alternatives and investment analyses to company leadership.
• Maintain strong relationships with lenders, investors, joint-venture partners and professional advisors.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting systems and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Significant progressive finance leadership experience, ideally as a CFO, VP of Finance, Finance Director or equivalent.
• Experience within commercial real estate investment, development, asset management, real estate private equity or a related investment-oriented business.
• Demonstrated knowledge of debt financing, capital markets, lender relationships and financial structuring.
• Strong financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, budgeting and investment analysis skills.
• Experience overseeing financial reporting and accounting across multiple entities.
• Understanding of real estate acquisitions, development budgets, joint ventures and portfolio performance.
• Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation and executive presentation skills.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution in a privately held, entrepreneurial environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with a family office, private real estate investment company or privately held owner‑operator.
• Exposure to institutional lenders, private equity investors and joint‑venture partners.
• CPA, CFA, MBA or other relevant advanced credential.
• Experience with real estate financial systems and modeling platforms.

Compensation

Competitive base salary and performance-based compensation, commensurate with experience and responsibilities.

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