Director of Finance & Accounting

Location: Rockville, MD (In-Office) Overview We are seeking a Director of Finance to serve as the senior finance leader within a family-owned real estate development firm specializing in multifamily and mixed-use communities. This role will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, tax coordination, and strategic financial analysis across a diversified portfolio of development, operating, and ownership entities. The Director of Finance will serve as a key business partner to ownership and leadership, helping drive informed decision-making through a combination of financial insight, technical accounting knowledge, and operational understanding. This position requires a professional who can effectively bridge both the finance and accounting functions, navigating the complexities of partnership structures, tax allocations, and multi-entity reporting while providing strategic guidance to the organization. Given the collaborative nature of the role and regular interaction with leadership, this position is based full-time in the company's Rockville, MD office or the Virginia Beach, VA office. Key Responsibilities Lead all financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities, including annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and scenario modeling Oversee financial reporting and performance analysis across a portfolio of multifamily development, operating, and ownership entities Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support strategic planning, capital allocation, development projects, and investment decisions Analyze operating results, identify key performance drivers, and provide actionable recommendations to ownership and leadership Assist in cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, capital planning, and cash distribution planning across multiple entities Coordinate closely with accounting and external tax advisors to support partnership tax allocations, K‑1 reporting, entity‑level tax considerations, and overall tax planning initiatives Support the preparation and review of financial information used in audits, tax filings, lender reporting, and ownership reporting Ensure financial strategies appropriately reflect the complexities of a tax‑intensive, multi‑entity ownership structure Establish and enhance reporting frameworks, dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting tools to improve visibility into business performance Translate complex financial, accounting, and tax information into practical business insights for non-financial stakeholders Serve as a strategic resource to ownership by evaluating financial risks, opportunities, and operational initiatives Participate in periodic travel to the Virginia Beach area to support operations and stakeholders Qualifications CPA required 8–12+ years of progressive finance, accounting, or related experience, including leadership responsibility in FP&A, financial reporting, or corporate finance Experience working in complex, multi‑entity or family office environments preferred Strong understanding of tax‑driven structures and audit requirements Proven ability to translate financial data into strategic insights and recommendations Experience working within highly audited environments and coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors. Experience partnering cross‑functionally, particularly with Accounting teams Hands‑on experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills Strong communication skills with the ability to present to non‑finance stakeholders Operates with a high level of ownership and accountability Compensation Base salary: $150,000 - $200,000, commensurate with experience. Standard benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401(k)), and paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr