Financial Analyst, Forecasting II - Senior

Job Description

Job Description

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Oversees the development, preparation, and maintenance of the Long-Term Financial Forecast, including continuous scenario-based financial forecasting throughout the year. Conducts monthly reviews of key financial metrics and communicates emerging risks or concerns to management.

Leads research and analysis for ad hoc projects related to financial planning. Prepares comprehensive monthly reports, including capital accruals, advance land acquisitions, and detailed project reporting. Provides analytical and operational support to the Rates Analyst and Budget Analyst. Responsibilities include performing parity calculations and forecasts, variance analyses, TRI forecasts, rate development, DCOS modeling, goals reporting, annual budget preparations, and headcount monitoring.

Job duties include:
- Provide accounting expertise on the Financial Forecast model. Validate the treatment of transactions within the forecast and ensure the integrity of the statements produced. Responsible for the calculation of financial metrics as part of the Financial Forecast. Coordinate with the Budget Analyst to ensure budget/forecast concepts are included and well coordinated.
- Responsible for ongoing Financial Forecasting scenarios throughout the year. This includes a monthly review of the financial metrics and keeping management apprised of any potential issues. It also includes ongoing Financial Forecasting for any major financial change, including new projects, new financing, policy changes, etc.
- Researches special projects upon request. This includes accounting and control issues, business processes, and various management-specific requests. It also includes innovations, automation, and special teams participation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: BS, BA, BBA, or MBA, preferably in Finance, Accounting, or Business. CPA, CMA, CIA, or PMP preferred.

Experience:

Financial Analyst II: 2-4 Years of experience with accounting, forecasting, budgeting, project management, and cash forecasting.

Financial Analyst III: 4-6 Years of experience with accounting, forecasting, budgeting, project management, and cash forecasting.

Financial Analyst Senior: 6-8 Years of experience with accounting, forecasting, budgeting, project management, and cash forecasting.

Equivalent Experience: BA, BS, or BBA with a non-accounting concentration, supplemented with at least thirty quarter hours or twenty semester hours in college-level accounting or finance courses. 2-8 years of experience with accounting, forecasting, budgeting, project management, and cash forecasting.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations: None.

Specialized Skills (e.g., typing, computers, software, tools and equipment uses, etc.): Position requires an advanced knowledge of Excel spreadsheet software along with a basic understanding and competency in the use of PowerPoint, database management software (MS Access), and automated query reporting tools. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.