Real estate development firm Alfred Sanzari Enterprises has announced that Jeffrey M. Jacobson of Purchase, N.Y. has joined the company as chief financial officer (CFO). Jacobson comes to Alfred Sanzari Enterprises with 30 years of strategic experience in the financial management, accounting, auditing and operational aspects of real estate companies.

In his new role at Alfred Sanzari Enterprises, Jacobson will direct the execution of the company’s business plan and strategy, help to expand the firm’s real estate holdings, and oversee all finance and accounting functions.

“I am honored to join Alfred Sanzari Enterprises as its new CFO,” said Jacobson. “Alfred Sanzari Enterprises is a dynamic and team-oriented organization that is well-respected throughout the real estate industry. I look forward to a long and prosperous future here, and for the opportunity to contribute to the company’s continued success.”

Prior to joining Alfred Sanzari Enterprises, Jacobson was managing director and CFO of Peter Cooper Village/Stuyvesant Town, a 11,230-unit, 110-building multifamily and mixed-use complex in New York, N.Y.  He also spent several years as owner and managing partner of Mast Realty Company in Purchase, N.Y. and was director of finance and operations for Fawn Associates/Mill Management Inc. in Greenwich, Conn.

A certified public accountant, Jacobson earned his bachelor’s degree in economics and business administration from Vanderbilt University. He is a licensed real estate broker in the state of New York.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jeff as a key member of our senior management team,” said David Sanzari, Alfred Sanzari Enterprises’ president and CEO. “As we continue to expand our real estate portfolio, we are confident the depth and breadth of his experience will position Alfred Sanzari Enterprises for future growth and strengthen our financial operations.”