Vice President, Finance

H.G. Fenton Company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Discounted housing

Onsite gym

Event tickets

Job summary

H.G. Fenton Company in San Diego seeks a Vice President of Finance to lead the financial strategy and capital planning for the organization. This role involves providing strategic analysis and managing a high-performing finance team.

The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in finance leadership, particularly in real estate, with a strong focus on capital strategy and investment analysis. The position comes with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Experience leading financial strategy in real estate or capital-intensive organizations.
• Proven success in evaluating investments and managing capital structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of financial and capital strategy.
• Guide investment decisions and capital deployment.
• Partner with executives to evaluate opportunities and solve complex challenges.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Strategic planning

Ability to influence stakeholders

Capital strategy

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration

Job description

As theVice President of Finance, reporting to the COO/CFO you will lead the execution of the Company's financial and capital strategy to support long‑term growth, shareholder value, and execution of the Strategic Plan. You will guide investment decisions, capital deployment, financing strategy, and business expansion opportunities while providing forward‑looking financial insight that drives confident decision‑making across the organization. You'll oversee capital planning, liquidity, debt strategy, investment analysis, forecasting, and financial performance while building a high‑performing finance function that supports scalable growth and strong market relationships.

Why You Will Love Working at H.G. Fenton

Strategic Business Impact

Shape the future of a 120+ year‑old company by influencing enterprise strategy, capital allocation, investment decisions, and long‑term growth initiatives. Your analysis and recommendations will directlyimpactthedirection of the business.

Lead financing, capital structure, liquidity planning, and investment strategy across a diversified real estate portfolio. You'll evaluate opportunities, guide capital deployment, and help maximize long‑term shareholder value.

Executive‑Level Influence

Partner directly with the CEO, COO, and ExecutiveTeam, to solve complex business challenges, evaluate opportunities, and make critical decisions that drive performance and growth.

Evaluate new markets, business lines, and investment opportunities through disciplined analysis and strategic thinking. You'll have the opportunity to influence change, identify opportunities, and help expand the business in meaningful ways.

Lead a High‑Performing Team

Build and develop a finance team focused on accountability, insight, operational excellence, and business partnership.

A Role Designed for Impact

This position is ideally suited for a leader who enjoys solving complex problems, managing multiple priorities, influencing others, and driving results in a dynamic environment where strategy and execution go hand in hand.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 12-15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including senior‑level responsibility for capital strategy, financing, and investment analysis.
• Experience leading financial strategy within a real estate, development, investment, asset management, or similarly capital‑intensive organization.
• Proven success evaluating investments, managing capital structures, securing financing, and supporting growth initiatives.
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, underwriting, and strategic planning capabilities
• Ability to influence executive stakeholders and communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and actionable manner.
• A naturally proactive, results‑oriented leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments with multiple priorities.
• Strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to balance risk, opportunity, and long‑term value creation.

Benefits worth highlighting!

• The total compensation range for this position is $230,000 - $340,000 (inclusive of annual incentive opportunity). Base pay may vary based on the candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, and demonstrated ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.

3 weeks of paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, and40 hoursof sick leave

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Education reimbursement and sponsored training programs
• Discounted apartment housing (15–20% off Fenton communities)
• Onsite gym, Padres tickets, San Diego FC Tickets, team‑building events, pet insurance discounts, and more.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Fenton’s goal is to ensure performance‑based compensation that is motivating and competitive – and we adopt a pay‑for‑performance approach.

About H.G. Fenton Company:

We are a family‑owned Real Estate Company born in San Diego, operating for over 100 years. Our largest and fastest‑growing operations are in multifamily housing and commercial property management, where our purpose is to provide quality products and services that enable our customers to live well and our businesses to succeed.

Through our commitment to our core values, we empower employees to make decisions that align with our culture, pioneer innovation, enhance the employee experience, promote professional development, and encourage work‑life balance, ensuring our continued success for another 100 years.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H.G. Fenton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please reach out to [e-mail].

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