Chief Financial Officer

Hrboost, Llc. - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Executive

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a critical role in overseeing all finance and accounting operations within an award-winning residential real estate company. This executive position is responsible for developing financial strategies, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The CFO will lead the finance team, provide strategic recommendations to the executive management team, and report financial results to senior management and the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and management of the finance and accounting team.
• Develop financial and tax strategies.
• Manage the capital request and budgeting processes.
• Develop performance measures and monitoring systems that support the company's strategic direction.
• Manage financial forecasting and budgets, overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting.
• Oversee the company's transaction processing systems and implement operational best practices.
• Supervise the acquisition process, focusing on due diligence and negotiating acquisition terms.
• Advise on long-term business and financial planning.
• Establish and develop relations with senior management and external partners and stakeholders.
• Oversee the issuance of financial information and report financial results to the Senior Management Team and/or Board of Directors.
• Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements and that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies.
• Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts, arrange for debt and equity financing, and invest funds.
• Maintain banking relationships and represent the company with investment bankers and investors.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent business experience.
• MBA or CPA is highly desirable.
• At least 10 years' finance experience, preferably with experience in the real estate industry.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and accounting guidelines.
• A proven record of improving financial results.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written.