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Track renewal dates and initiate renewal processes ahead of expiry\n\nInterest & debt service tracking\nTrack interest accruals and payment schedules across all construction and development loans\n\nReconcile interest statements from lenders against internal records and flag discrepancies\n\nWork with the finance team to ensure interest payments are reflected accurately in project cost projections and company cashflow\n\nCashflow & reporting\nAct as the operational bridge between construction and capital teams\n\nProduce weekly and monthly reporting on draw status, upcoming payments, and projected funding needs\n\nWork closely with the CEO/Head of Capital to provide forward-looking cashflow inputs for treasury planning\n\nFlag cashflow pinch points early and work cross-functionally to mitigate timing risks\n\nYou're probably a great fit if you have…\n4–7 years of experience in real estate development finance, construction lending, or a related role\n\nSolid understanding of construction loan mechanics - draw procedures, lender requirements, inspection processes, and loan covenants.\n\nExperience managing schedules and liaising with brokers and lenders on coverage compliance\n\nStrong financial literacy - comfortable reading loan agreements, reconciling interest statements, and building cashflow models\n\nHighly organised with a track record of managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously\n\nExcellent communicator - able to manage lender relationships professionally and coordinate internally across finance, development, and legal teams\n\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Gmail) - you build tools and trackers that others rely on\n\nHigh attention to detail and ownership mentality - you catch things before they become problems and follow through until they are resolved\n\nComfortable operating in ambiguity - you can make sense of incomplete information, identify what matters\n\nIdeal traits\nPrior experience at a real estate developer, private equity real estate firm, or construction lender\n\nFamiliarity with common lender draw platforms\n\nExposure to multi-lender or syndicated loan structures\n\nExperience building or owning a cashflow model at the company level\n\nWhat success looks like\nAll draws are submitted and received accurately and on time - zero missed deadlines\n\nInsurance and interest payment schedules are tracked proactively, with no lapses or surprises\n\nThe finance team always has a clear, current view of upcoming capital needs tied to the draw pipeline\n\nLender relationships are well-managed and responsive - draws funds without unnecessary delays\n\nIf this sounds like the role you've been waiting for, we'd love to hear from you. 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