Vice President of Finance

Vice President of Finance – Real Estate Development Location :

• Pikesville, Maryland About Us Sage Ventures is a vertically integrated real estate development and construction company based in Maryland.
• We specialize in the development, construction, ownership, and management of high-quality residential communities — including for-sale townhomes, condominiums, and multi-family rental properties.
• As we continue to expand into large-scale, mixed-use and luxury multi-family projects, we are seeking a highly capable and strategic Vice President of Finance to lead all aspects of financial planning, cash flow management, and project-level financial strategy.
• Position Overview The Vice President of Finance will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for providing strategic financial direction and oversight across the company’s development and construction operations.
• This role requires deep experience in real estate development finance, including cash flow modeling, project-level forecasting, capital planning, and financial analysis that supports operational and investment decisions.
• The ideal candidate is both analytical and strategic — someone who can anticipate capital needs, optimize funding strategies, and provide actionable insight to ownership and project leadership teams.
• Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership - Serve as a financial partner to ownership and the executive team, contributing to company-wide strategic planning and decision-making. - Develop long-term financial forecasts and capital strategies to support growth across multiple active developments. - Evaluate new project opportunities and acquisitions through detailed pro formas and scenario modeling.
• Cash Flow Management & Forecasting - Prepare, maintain, and continuously refine detailed cash flow projections for all active projects and corporate operations. - Anticipate funding needs and manage capital allocation between projects, lenders, and partners. - Oversee draw schedules, loan requisitions, and funding coordination with lenders and investors. - Ensure adequate liquidity for ongoing construction and development operations.
• Project & Operational Finance - Collaborate with development, construction, and property management teams to align financial planning with operational realities. - Analyze construction budgets, schedules, and cost reports to identify financial risks and opportunities. - Support project executives and development managers with accurate financial data for key decision-making.
• Corporate Financial Oversight - Oversee accounting, financial reporting, and compliance - Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for ownership, investors, and lenders. - Manage relationships with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial institutions.
• Team Leadership & Development - Build and mentor a high-performing finance team that supports both project-level and corporate financial functions. - Establish processes and reporting systems that enhance visibility, accuracy, and efficiency across departments.
• Qualifications - 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior role within real estate development, construction, or investment. - Proven success managing development project cash flows, including lender draws. - Deep understanding of real estate financial modeling, pro forma analysis, and project accounting. - Strong ability to translate financial insights into strategic, operational recommendations.
• Preferred Background - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business (MBA or CPA strongly preferred). - Experience with vertically integrated or developer-builder organizations. - Advanced proficiency with Excel-based financial modeling, development software, and accounting platforms.
• Key Attributes - Strategic and forward-thinking, with the ability to anticipate financial challenges before they arise. - Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail. - Clear communicator capable of distilling complex financial data into actionable insight. - Collaborative, proactive, and aligned with the fast-paced, entrepreneurial nature of a development company.

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