Controller - Head of Financial Operations

New Orleans Restoration Properties; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Growth opportunities

Mentor/Apprentice program

Mission-driven work

Job summary

New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP) seeks a seasoned Controller – Head of Financial Operations to oversee compliance and accuracy across all financial matters. The role is integral to our mission-driven real estate development in New Orleans, with growth opportunities and a mentor/apprentice program.

You will lead budgeting, reporting, cash management, and internal controls while guiding a high-performing finance team and supporting LIHTC/HTC investment analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field.
• 8+ years in finance with leadership experience.
• High proficiency in Excel, financial software, and modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and financial reporting; ensure compliance with laws and tax rules.
• Develop and improve financial planning and analysis strategies.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Improve internal controls to protect assets.
• Analyze financial systems and technologies for optimization.
• Mentor finance and accounting staff.
• Support real estate development financing analyses and LIHTC/HTC projections.
• Prepare pre-investment reviews and assist the quality control committee.
• Identify opportunities related to LIHTC and Historic Tax Credits.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Financial software

Financial modeling

Strategic problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or business administration

MBA (preferred)

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Financial software

Modeling tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

Join New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP) as our full-time Controller - Head of Financial Operations to help invest in the future of New Orleans and build up this amazing city! We're hiring a seasoned finance professional to oversee compliance and accuracy in all of our financial matters. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community while driving success for our caring organization.

WHAT SETS US APART?

At New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP), we impact lives through real estate development. Our mission is to contribute to the revitalization of neighborhoods through the development and restoration of multifamily housing, commercial, and hospitality, providing high-quality developments that foster community engagement and economic growth. We are committed to creating opportunities for those who have been disenfranchised, caring for the vulnerable, and improving the quality of life for residents through innovative and sustainable development practices. By integrating strategic partnerships and advanced technology, we aim to achieve excellence in real estate development. Guided by our core values of integrity, community, and meaningful impact, we aim to improve the quality of life for all who call our developments home.

We're offering our Controller - Head of Financial Operations:

• Competitive salary of $80,000-$120,000 per year that reflects your experience and qualifications
• PTO
• Growth opportunities
• Mentor/Apprentice program
• Mission-driven work that makes a real impact

DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS?

• 8+ years of finance experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a senior financial role
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
• High proficiency in Excel, financial software, and modeling tools
• Strategic problem-solving skills, an innovative mindset, and the ability to execute solutions
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Clear and effective communication and presentation skills

The following would be preferred but aren't required:

• MBA or CPA
• Real estate development or construction experience
• Knowledge of financial regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements, specifically LIHTC and HTC

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

No two days are the same for our Controller - Head of Financial Operations! You're an important member of our executive team, providing quality guidance, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and setting the stage for future growth and development. In this finance role, you will:

• Lead all aspects of budgeting and financial reporting and make sure we comply with local, state, and federal regulations and tax laws
• Improve and develop financial planning and analysis strategies
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships
• Improve internal controls to better protect our assets
• Analyze financial systems and technologies and identify areas for improvement/optimization
• Mentor high-performing finance and accounting staff
• Support real estate development by analyzing multifamily developments financed by Low-Income Tax Credits, preparing projections, and measuring investment value
• Create detailed pre-investment reviews and assist the quality control review committee
• Ensure compliance and identify new opportunities regarding LIHTC and Historic Tax Credits