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Vice President of Finance

L8

cre recruitingBethesda, MD2 days ago

Occupations

Financial ManagersTreasurers and ControllersFinancial Specialists, All Other

Industries

Miscellaneous Financial Investment ActivitiesPortfolio Management and Investment AdviceCorporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices
Vice President of Finance We are a private equity-backed real estate services platform focused on consolidating and scaling a network of high-performing, transaction-oriented businesses. With a disciplined acquisition strategy and a focus on operational execution, we are building an integrated platform that prioritizes financial rigor, talent-driven growth, and long-term value creation. The company is entering a significant growth phase and seeks a finance executive capable of building institutional-grade infrastructure from the ground up. The Vice President of Finance will serve as the senior financial executive of the operating company, assuming full responsibility for accounting, reporting, compensation systems, budgeting, cash flow management, and post-acquisition integration. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role, ideally suited for a candidate with a strong accounting foundation and prior experience in transaction-driven, service-based businesses. The position requires not only technical expertise but also the ability to operate independently, implement scalable processes, and maintain precision in a lean environment. As the business scales, this role will be central to ensuring financial discipline, reporting integrity, and investor readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial Operations & Reporting
  • Compensation & Commission Management
  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Management
  • Systems Implementation & Acquisition Integration
  • Compliance & Financial Governance
  • Team Development & Vendor Oversight
Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 8 years in finance and accounting, with at least 2-4 years in a senior leadership role Proven track record transitioning from cash to accrual accounting Direct experience integrating acquisitions into a centralized financial operation Industry Background: Preference for experience in real estate services or similarly structured, transaction-heavy, service-oriented business
Technical Skills:
  • Comprehensive understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
  • Proficiency in KPI development and financial performance analysis
  • Experience managing commission-based compensation structures
  • Advanced modeling, forecasting, and Excel capabilities
  • Familiarity with systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage Intacct, Gusto, Spiff, and related platforms
Credentials: CPA preferred but not required
Compensation may be higher for a candidate with the requisite experience and qualifications
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Level

DirectorL8

Location

Bethesda, MD

Occupation

Financial Managers

Industry

Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities

Posted

2 days ago

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