SVP of Accounting and Finance

Castle Park Investments in an ambitious real estate private equity firm with rapidly growing AUM of over $150 million and offices in both NYC and Miami. We are eager to find an experienced, motivated, and results-driven Senior Vice President of Finance to help support our growing platform.

The company is seeking a Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting who will serve as a foundational member of the finance organization. This position will be responsible for the development and execution of the financial reporting approach, the day to day execution of the function as well as oversight of the external accounting firm. The candidate will drive best practices in all areas of accounting and finance. Success in this position requires being able to act as a business partner to the executive team leveraging financial management insights to inform strategic and operational decisions. The position will report to the Executive Vice President of Investments.

Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee general accounting operations including General Ledger, Payroll, A/R, and A/P while managing the external accounting firm to ensure timely filing of taxes, insurance, and property tax.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements including variance analyses.
• Highlight critical financial issues and the corresponding narrative, and effectively communicate with the executive team.
• Assist in relationship management with investors on an as needed basis to drive a clear understanding of financial performance.
• Establish and maintain best internal controls as well as overall corporate compliance.
• Work with Asset Management and other functions to effectively roll up financial information to the corporate level.
• Monitor debt agreements and ensure compliance with lending agreements.
• Manage cash including month cash flow projections.
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of the annual budgeting process.
• Create plans to build a high-performing, high potential accounting team through training and mentorship opportunities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of financial planning or accounting experience in real estate.
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA is a plus, but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare monthly financial analysis of results.
• Ability to communicate financial information into sound business language.
• Must thrive in a no bureaucracy, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to develop financial reporting systems and processes from the ground up.
• Knowledge of federal regulations on taxes as well as GAAP.
• Knowledge of Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable functions.
• Proven ability to produce accurate, high-quality work while meeting established deadlines.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid remote work options are available
• Healthcare Benefits
• Offices in NYC and Miami
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability