Job description
Job Title: Divisional CFO – Residential Homebuilder (Public Company Experience Required)
Location: Charlotte, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Residential Construction / Real Estate Development
Position Summary
The Divisional CFO will oversee all financial operations for the division and serve as a strategic partner to the Division President. This role requires a deep understanding of homebuilding operations, as well as the financial rigor and reporting standards required in a public company environment. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of operational finance expertise and strategic insight to help drive performance and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all divisional finance and accounting operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and reporting
- Ensure compliance with public company standards, including SOX controls, internal audit processes, and corporate reporting requirements
- Partner with division leadership to drive profitability, efficiency, and long-term strategic planning
- Oversee land acquisition underwriting, community development financials, job costing, and margin analysis
- Prepare and present financial performance updates to corporate leadership
- Lead local finance team and coordinate with corporate finance, accounting, and investor relations as needed
- Monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and recommend proactive actions to address risks or capitalize on opportunities
- Drive accountability and financial transparency across operational teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
- 8–10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- Public company experience is required (homebuilding, real estate development, or construction industry strongly preferred)
- Strong working knowledge of SOX compliance, GAAP, and internal controls
- Proven experience in divisional or regional leadership roles, ideally within a matrixed organization
- Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced Excel/financial modeling skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
- Hands-on leadership style with a balance of strategic thinking and tactical execution
