Finance Analyst

OAKWOOD CORE VALUES

Earn Trust. Nothing works without it.

Do Good. Be kind and collaborative. Promote equity and be welcoming to everyone.

Drive Change. We must set the standard. Advance technology and sustainability and implement visionary practices in all we do.

Be A Home. We strive to be more than a place to work – where people have a sense of belonging, work-life balance, and a true career path.

Open Doors. We are here to help our customers realize success, own homes they love, and create more opportunities for them down the road.

What will you do in this role?

The Finance Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making. This role requires a detail-oriented person with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The role will also be responsible for the following:

• Assist in developing, preparing, and consolidating the monthly reforecast and annual business planning process.  Multiple entity P&L, B/S, and Cash Flow required.

• Provide detailed analysis of financial results, variance to budget, and tracking to forecast.

• Respond to inquiries regarding financial results and margin projections.

• Perform ad hoc analysis and assist with other projects as needed.

• Help lead the cash forecast development, preparation, and consolidation.

• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

• Assist in preparing wires and serve as backup for Treasury-related activities.

• Maintain division cost tracker for all expenses to help ensure invoices are coded accurately.

• Perform daily operational functions critical to the business unit.

• Design and build dashboards to measure performance and assist in directing team’s efforts towards initiatives with the largest impact.

• Focus on continuous business process improvements, challenge current processes and procedures and implement improvements where possible.

Financial Analysis, Reporting, and Data Management

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.

• Evaluate financial performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Present findings and insights to management, highlighting trends, opportunities, and potential risks.

• Maintain and update financial databases and spreadsheets.

• Ensure data accuracy and integrity for financial reporting purposes.

Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance Analysis

• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

• Collaborate with department heads to gather budget inputs and provide analysis on budget variances.

• Analyze and explain variances between budgeted and actual financial performance.

• Provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and effectiveness.

Ad-Hoc Financial Projects:

• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Director of Finance or VP of Finance.

• Contribute to process improvements and the implementation of best practices.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (Accounting preferred)

• 5+ years accounting/finance experience

• Homebuilding experience strong

• Strong data systems skills - advanced Excel experience required

• Preferred experience with Vena financial planning software

• Experience with financial models

• Experience with business planning

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Strong drive for results is essential with self-directed leadership, requiring minimal supervision & being proactive

• Ability to work within a team environment

• Strong understanding of Financial Statements

• Ability turning big data into a story

• Comfort in ambiguity and desire to be a self-starter

• Comfort in ambiguity and desire to be a self-starter

You Might Also Have:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP

• Time Off benefits include Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, refresh, floating holidays, and parental leave

• Flexible work-from-home options (depending on position)

• Home purchase discount

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Expected Salary: $75,000 Annual Salary - This position is eligible for additional performance incentives in the form of quarterly bonus opportunities.

All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates

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