CFO

Full time, onsite in Bergen County, NJ

Our client, a growing real estate investment and development firm in Bergen County, NJ, is seeking a

highly skilled CFO to lead accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and

portfolio. This role is best suited for a finance professional who thrives in the details, enjoys building

processes, and is motivated by deadlines and precision. The CFO will have oversight of all financial

reporting, cash flow management, internal controls, and investor reporting—while working closely with the

partners and property management teams.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio & Corporate Accounting

Oversee accounting and finance operations across the corporate entity and multifamily portfolio

Ensure timely monthly closes, quarterly reporting, and annual statements, with variance analysis

and commentary

Review and approve construction draw requests, working with lenders and construction

managers

Partner with property management to monitor property-level financial results, budgets, and

operating performance

Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards

Ensure adherence to property management agreements and lender requirements

Treasury & Cash Flow

Manage treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, debt servicing, and liquidity

planning.

Develop budgeting and forecasting processes for both corporate and property-level operations.

Maintain strong banking relationships and oversee cash disbursement/collection processes.

Internal Controls & Compliance

Implement internal controls to safeguard assets, ensure accuracy, and prevent fraud.

Handle tax filings, audits, and replacement reserve submissions.

Oversee audits and tax preparation, working with external accountants to ensure compliance and timely filings.

Manage insurance policies and broker relationships to optimize coverage and cost.

Investor Reporting

Prepare and review financial reports and distributions for investors.

Support investor relations by ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent reporting.

Respond to investor inquiries regarding financial performance.

Team & Process Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting/finance team, including oversight of a staff accountant or bookkeeper.

Oversee accounts payable associates and property accountants

Establish scalable systems, policies, and procedures to support growth.

Implement technology and process improvements to streamline reporting and improve data

accuracy.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.

Proven experience as a Controller (minimum 5+ years in role); exposure to real estate,

investment management, or related sectors strongly preferred.

Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on experience—must be comfortable “in the weeds”

while also managing reporting at the portfolio and corporate level.

Track record of meeting deadlines in high-pressure, schedule-driven environments (month-end,

quarter-end, year-end).

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; thrives on structure and accountability.

Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across a lean, entrepreneurial team.

Demonstrated ability to build and manage a small but highly effective finance team.

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