Director of Finance

Axis Real Estate Investment Firm

$100K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, and/or economics
  • CPA, Master's in Accounting, or MBA strongly preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably in real estate or property management
  • Experience managing multi-entity or multi-property portfolios
  • Strong understanding of owner/investor reporting
  • Track record of team leadership and development
  • Solid experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis
  • Attention to detail with high professional integrity

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the finance and accounting department and staff
  • Own and drive the financial strategy and long-range planning with the leadership team
  • Advise leadership on financial impact of growth initiatives and transactions
  • Coordinate the annual budgeting process for the organization and its entities
  • Execute general accounting functions along with providing financial support and analysis
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting procedures
  • Oversee property insurance and risk mitigation strategies

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation based on experience, with potential bonuses
  • Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
  • Collaborative, mission-driven workplace
  • Flexible hours for a healthy work-life balance
  • Career growth in a rapidly expanding real estate firm
  • Paid time off and generous holiday breaks
  • Comprehensive benefits including Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
  • Paid weekly
  • Apparel credit
Full Job Description
We are seeking a motivated, forward-thinking, and detail-oriented Director of Finance to lead our financial operations. An ideal candidate takes ownership of financial performance and pushes ambitious and sustainable long-term growth. This role is central to help AXIS scale efficiently and effectively.

Primary Responsibilities
    • LMA: Lead, manage, and bring accountability to our finance and accounting department and oversee our team of accounting professionals
    • Own the company's financial strategy, forecasting, and long-range planning in partnership with Leadership Team
    • Serve as strategic advisor to Leadership Team on financial implications of growth decisions (new property acquisitions, market expansion, portfolio changes)
      • Support due diligence and financial modeling
    • Lead annual budgeting process across the organization and individual properties/entities
    • Perform all general accounting functions and provide financial support and analysis
      • Bank reconciliations, Asset Management Fee collection, Escrow account interest reconciliation, Bookkeeping fees, Gross Potential Rent, Property taxes, Quarterly dividend payouts, 1099s
    • Ensure GAAP compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures

Secondary Responsibilities
    • Oversee property insurance programs and risk mitigation strategies
    • Monitor property tax assessments and manage appeals process where relevant
    • Identify opportunities for process and cost improvements as well as risks and assist with implementation
    • Support budgeting, reporting, and basic administrative accounting tasks


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, and/or economics
  • CPA, Master's in Accounting, or MBA strongly preferred
  • Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, ideally within real estate, property management, or a related asset-heavy industry
  • Track record managing multi-entity or multi-property portfolios financially
  • Experience with owner/investor reporting
  • Proven ability to lead and develop a team
  • Experience with financial planning & analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
  • Demonstrates accounting skills and knowledge of accounting principles and best practices
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and financial and professional integrity
  • Proven ability to see opportunities, deliver on deadlines, and show decisive problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational and communication abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer skills
  • Prior experience with accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks or AppFolio) is a plus, but not required


Benefits
  • Competitive compensation based on experience, with potential bonuses
  • Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
  • A collaborative, mission-driven culture
  • Flexible hours designed to support a healthy work-life balance
  • Career growth in a rapidly expanding real estate firm
  • Paid time off and generous holiday breaks
  • Comprehensive benefits including Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance
  • Paid weekly
  • Apparel credit

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