Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Help Drive Strategic Financial Decisions That Shape Our Business!

As a Financial Analyst at Thompson Thrift, you'll play a key role in supporting business performance through financial planning, analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. This position partners with Accounting, Finance, and operational leaders to analyze financial results, develop forecasts, improve processes, and provide meaningful insights that help drive company growth and operational excellence.

If you're passionate about financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, business intelligence, and using data to influence decisions, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a nationally recognized real estate organization.

Thompson Thrift is an integrated, full-service real estate company engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality multifamily communities nationwide. We're committed to building exceptional places — and developing the people who make them possible.

At Thompson Thrift, you'll find:

• Values-Driven Culture — Excellence, Service, and Leadership guide everything we do.

• Career Growth — Training, mentorship, and long-term development opportunities.

• Work-Life Support — Competitive benefits, flexibility, and wellness programs.

• Real Impact — Hands-on involvement in industry-leading multifamily projects.

As a Financial Analyst, you will support the organization's financial planning and analysis efforts by evaluating financial performance, identifying trends, developing forecasts, and providing actionable recommendations that improve business results. You'll collaborate with leaders across departments to strengthen financial reporting, optimize business processes, and support informed decision-making.

This role is ideal for an analytical professional who enjoys solving complex business challenges, working with financial data, and leveraging technology to improve reporting and operational efficiency.

• Conduct detailed financial and operational analyses to support strategic business decisions.

• Analyze financial trends, budget variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Assist with the preparation and management of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.

• Develop and maintain financial models that support planning initiatives and business scenarios.

• Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

• Research industry trends, market conditions, and economic factors that impact financial planning.

• Identify financial risks and opportunities while recommending solutions to improve business performance.

• Support various accounting functions, including sales tax reporting and contractor prequalification, as needed.

• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.

• Support special projects and perform ad hoc financial analysis for executive management.

• Continuously improve reporting processes through automation and data analysis tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required.

• CPA designation or CPA candidate preferred.

• Experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, or corporate finance preferred.

• Experience with financial reporting, business intelligence, or FP&A functions is highly desirable.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and data analysis.

• Experience with Power BI, SQL, and financial reporting tools preferred.

• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger processes.

• Ability to manage, organize, validate, and analyze complex financial data.

• Experience improving reporting processes through automation and technology.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

• Sound decision-making and critical thinking skills.

• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment focused on continuous improvement.

• Demonstrates accountability, integrity, and professionalism in every aspect of work.

• Passion for delivering excellence while supporting team success and organizational goals.

Use of AI in Hiring

Thompson Thrift uses AI-assisted tools within our applicant tracking system to support parts of the recruiting process. These tools assist recruiters but do not make hiring decisions or independently determine candidate outcomes. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. If you have questions about our hiring process, please contact us at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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