Finance Operations Lead

Accountabilities

• • Own the full draw-management cycle across active development projects and multiple lenders, ensuring requests are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

  • Prepare and compile draw packages, including cost certifications, inspection reports, title updates, lien waivers, and other supporting documentation.

  • Coordinate with lenders, inspectors, title companies, contractors, project managers, and development teams to secure timely draw approvals and funding.

  • Maintain a master draw schedule across the portfolio and proactively identify delays, documentation gaps, funding risks, and budget variances.

  • Review closing documents, title commitments, settlement statements, HUDs, and related materials to identify discrepancies or potential funding risks.

  • Serve as the primary operational contact for lenders, managing day-to-day communication, information requests, conditions, and draw requirements.

  • Maintain compliance with loan covenants, reporting obligations, draw conditions, and lender requirements.

  • Own the insurance lifecycle across projects and entities, including builder's risk, general liability, title, and other required coverage.

  • Obtain and evaluate insurance quotes, coordinate coverage binding, monitor premium payments, and maintain an accurate insurance register.

  • Track policy renewals and ensure all coverage remains current and compliant with lender requirements.

  • Monitor interest accruals and debt-service schedules across construction and development loans, reconciling lender statements against internal records.

  • Partner with finance teams to incorporate interest payments and project financing costs into cashflow forecasts and project projections.

  • Produce weekly and monthly reporting covering draw status, upcoming payments, projected funding requirements, and capital needs.

  • Work with senior leadership on forward-looking cashflow planning, identify potential funding pinch points, and coordinate solutions before issues escalate.

  Requirements

  • 4–7 years of experience in real estate development finance, construction lending, or a closely related financial operations role.

  • Strong understanding of construction loan mechanics, including draw procedures, lender requirements, inspection processes, documentation, and loan covenants.

  • Experience managing insurance schedules and coordinating with brokers and lenders to maintain coverage compliance.

  • Strong financial literacy, including the ability to interpret loan agreements, reconcile interest statements, and develop or maintain cashflow models.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace, including the ability to build reliable financial trackers, schedules, and reporting tools.

  • Highly organized with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, lenders, documentation requirements, and deadlines simultaneously.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to manage lender relationships and coordinate across finance, development, legal, and operations teams.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and a strong ownership mindset, with the ability to identify potential problems early and follow issues through to resolution.

  • Comfortable working with ambiguity and incomplete information while determining priorities and maintaining financial accuracy.

  • Prior experience with a real estate developer, private equity real estate firm, or construction lender is advantageous.

  • Familiarity with common lender draw platforms is a plus.

  • Exposure to multi-lender or syndicated loan structures is beneficial.

  • Experience building or managing company-level cashflow models is preferred.

  • Availability to join immediately or within 30 days.

  Benefits

  • Compensation of $2,000–$5,000 USD per month, based on experience and interview performance.

  • Full-time, remote position available to candidates based in India.

  • Significant ownership over critical finance operations supporting multiple real estate development projects.

  • Direct exposure to lenders, capital management, construction operations, and senior leadership.

  • Opportunity to build and improve financial processes, reporting systems, and operational controls.

  • High-impact role within a growing, internationally distributed team.

  • Opportunity to work at the intersection of real estate, construction, finance, and capital markets.

  • Immediate or short-notice start opportunity for qualified candidates.