Director of Finance - Controller

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 seeks a seasoned Director of Finance - Controller to optimize financial processes, lead the accounting team, and oversee complex real estate development projects in New Orleans, LA. This is a full-time role with strategic impact on budgeting, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in finance and 5+ years in senior leadership, with a Bachelor's in a related field and strong Excel/modeling skills. MBA or CPA is a plus.

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

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Refine daily financial processes and drive efficiency across the team.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and tax reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls and protect company assets.
• Coach and mentor finance staff; oversee LIHTC and related investments.
• Assist with special projects: pre-investment reviews, LIHTC deals, and QC committee support.

Skills

Excel

Financial software

Modeling tools

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or CPA

Job description

New Orleans Restoration Properties (NORP) is seeking a highly experienced, knowledgeable, and capable person to take the reins as our new full-time Director of Finance - Controller. This is a rewarding and dynamic role where you'll optimize our financial processes, mentor our accounting team, and oversee special real estate development projects. If you're ready to join a team that's shaping the future of New Orleans, LA, keep reading to learn more!

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE - CONTROLLER COMPENSATION

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

ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?

Our Director of Finance - Controller needs:

• 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

Bonus Criteria:

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

ABOUT US

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.

OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM NEEDS YOU!

Our Director of Finance - Controller is in charge of the crucial budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance functions that keep our business successful and allow us to continue serving the community. You'll work closely with our executive leaders to refine daily processes, improve financial strategies, and support business sustainability. Ensuring accuracy and compliance in all activities, you'll implement new financial planning and analysis strategies, manage cash flow, sustain banking relationships, and oversee tax reporting. You'll also strengthen internal controls and protect our assets.

In addition to the day-to-day operations, you'll support business growth by coaching and mentoring our finance and accounting staff. You'll also assist with special projects by analyzing multifamily developments, preparing projections, and evaluating investments in Low-Income Tax Credit properties. This also includes preparing pre-investment reviews, analyzing LIHTC deals, and assisting the quality control committee.