Description We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership for a dynamic real estate and land development company in San Diego, California. The ideal candidate will excel in managing complex financial operations, driving investment strategies, and overseeing capital markets. With a focus on long-term growth, this role requires expertise in financial planning, compliance, and team leadership within the real estate and construction sectors. Responsibilities: • Develop and implement financial strategies to align with the company’s real estate and investment objectives. • Collaborate with leadership teams to assess new land acquisitions, project feasibility, and portfolio performance. • Lead financial modeling for acquisitions, construction, entitlements, and disposition scenarios. • Oversee corporate and project-level financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow planning to support land acquisition and construction projects. • Establish and monitor KPIs and dashboards to track financial health and project outcomes. • Build and maintain relationships with banks, lenders, and equity partners to secure financing for development projects. • Negotiate and structure financing agreements, including construction loans, land loans, and joint ventures. • Implement financial controls, policies, and compliance measures tailored to real estate operations. • Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team to support multi-phase development projects. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. • 10–15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience in real estate development or construction finance. • Proven expertise in managing capital-intensive projects and securing debt and equity financing. • Advanced skills in financial modeling, valuation, and understanding of real estate pro formas. • Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities with lenders and investors. • Deep knowledge of project costs, entitlements, and cash flow cycles. • Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning capabilities. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving entrepreneurial environment. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .