Principal Advisor- bilingual in Korean

Cesna Recruitment•Totowa, NJ

About The Position

We are seeking a Principal Advisor — a hands-on, autonomous executive who will personally own and execute across a broad portfolio spanning finance, investments, real estate, and multi-entity management. This is not a coordination or delegation role; the right candidate brings at least 7–10 years of deep, cross-disciplinary expertise and operates with the judgment and independence needed to lead high-stakes financial, operational, and international matters directly on behalf of the Principal.

Requirements

Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience spanning two or more of: corporate finance, corporate development, institutional finance transactions, commercial real estate finance, senior executive operations, private wealth management, family office, or principal advisory services
Demonstrated ability to independently own and execute across finance, legal and operational matters without delegation
Ability to think creatively and proactively find solutions to solve real business challenges
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize with a high sense of urgency
Extraordinary ethical standards with a strong sense of ownership
Strong financial acumen, including direct experience with financial reporting, cash management, and investment oversight
Experience managing business entities, including cross-border and international operations
Proven ability to work in high-trust, high-discretion environments with senior principals
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
Comfortable acting as proxy and representative for the Principal across a range of stakeholder interactions

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Korean and English (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Report to Principal on various business agenda items and advise Principal on key decisions
Serve as the Principal’s primary liaison with management and key point of contact for business network
Support business operations through collaboration with senior management and department leaders
Review major contracts, help review key legal matters and coordinate with counsel as needed
Oversee finance and accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Review financial reports and perform financial analysis
Manage cash flow and proactively identify and secure funding resources
Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives
Drive business improvement initiatives and lead strategic planning and execution
Evaluate and advance corporate development opportunities (e.g., strategic partnerships)
Monitor subsidiary performance and oversee reports and major decisions for international entities
Lead transactions related to real property assets
Monitor and manage commercial real estate investment holdings
Serve as primary liaison with investment partners, advisors, and asset managers
Evaluate and execute new investment opportunities on behalf of the Principal
Oversee managing the Principal’s private wealth portfolio, and assist in tax and estate planning