Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Greater Los Angeles Area (LA / Orange County)
Reports to: CEO

About the Opportunity

I'm partnering with a highly innovative, rapidly scaling company that is redefining how multifamily housing is designed, built, and delivered. This organization operates at the intersection of real estate development, construction, and advanced manufacturing, leveraging modular design, automation, and technology to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and expand access to high-quality housing.

With strong momentum and a proven delivery model already in place, the company is entering its next stage of growth - expanding production capacity, advancing digital and AI capabilities, and preparing for significant geographic scale. This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven leadership team and play a critical role in shaping the financial future of a business on track for substantial expansion over the next several years.

The Role

The Chief Financial Officer will serve as a strategic and operational partner to the CEO and executive team, leading all aspects of finance across a complex, vertically integrated business. This includes oversight of financial planning & analysis, accounting, capital strategy, and operational finance across manufacturing, construction/design operations, and property-level performance.

This leader will be instrumental in scaling the company from its current revenue base to the next phase of growth, while ensuring strong cash flow management, capital efficiency, and financial discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute short- and long-term financial strategies aligned with company growth objectives
• Lead enterprise FP&A, forecasting, and scenario modeling in a high-growth environment
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and debt structures while maintaining strong internal controls
• Partner with executive leadership on capital strategy, including debt financing and equity raises
• Provide actionable financial insights to support decision-making, profitability, and capital allocation

Operational Finance & Business Performance

• Oversee financial performance across a project-based revenue model, including large-scale design-build projects
• Forecast and track profitability across multiple business lines and contracts
• Partner with operational leaders to ensure alignment on budgets, costs, and timelines
• Support vendor and lender negotiations to optimize financial outcomes

Risk Management & Infrastructure

• Oversee insurance programs across multiple lines (e.g., GL, E&O, workers comp, etc.)
• Lead bonding strategy and execution in partnership with brokers and lenders
• Ensure compliance, governance, and risk mitigation across the organization

Reporting, Systems & Controls

• Lead company-wide budgeting processes and deliver accurate financial reporting and variance analysis
• Establish KPIs that directly link operational performance to financial outcomes
• Drive continued adoption and optimization of ERP and business intelligence systems

Growth & Strategic Initiatives

• Support M&A activity from evaluation through integration
• Drive initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, supply chain strength, and scalability
• Secure and optimize capital sources to support ongoing growth
• Serve as a key external representative of the company within the industry

Team Leadership

• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing finance and accounting organization
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Develop future leaders and support long-term succession planning
• Position finance as a true business partner across the organization

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CFO or senior finance leader within a complex, operationally driven environment (e.g., construction, real estate development, manufacturing)
• Strong expertise in operational finance, cash flow management, and asset-based lending
• Experience raising both debt and equity at the company level
• Track record of supporting organizations through significant growth and scaling phases
• Deep experience with budgeting, forecasting, and KPI-driven performance management
• Hands-on, strategic leader with strong communication and executive presence

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• MBA preferred
• CPA and/or CFA strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $275,000 - $350,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance-based bonus
• Equity participation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• PTO and paid holidays

Additional Details

• Ability to travel as needed across multiple sites and operations in Southern California
• This role requires a hands-on leadership approach in a fast-paced, evolving environment

If you're a strategic finance leader who thrives in scaling businesses and wants to play a meaningful role in solving real-world housing challenges, I'd welcome the opportunity to connect.