FP&A Analyst

Great people make great properties. As an owner, operator and developer of thriving retail centers in the nation’s top markets, Macerich offers opportunities to work, grow and develop your unique talents. Apply now to help us shape the future of retail real estate while building a meaningful, rewarding and balanced career.

About the Role: The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst supports financial planning, forecasting, and analytical activities to drive business performance and strategic decision-making, with a focus on real estate operations and investments. This role performs in-depth financial analysis, builds forecasting models, and provides insights into financial results, budgeting, and long-term planning.

Blending intermediate and senior-level expectations, the role operates with increasing independence while collaborating across finance and business teams. The analyst evaluates financial performance, monitors key drivers, and delivers actionable insights related to real estate assets, portfolios, and market trends. The head of capital markets and the CFO have primary oversight for FP&A and financial planning.

The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

What You Will Do:

• Support annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes, including analysis of affects on earnings, cash flow and financial position
• Analyze financial performance, including variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast)
• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts for real estate portfolios and business operations
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership
• Communicate findings to executives
• Track and interpret key performance metrics (e.g., FFO, NOI, occupancy, margins, cost drivers, cashflow, leverage)
• Partner with business leaders to provide insights on financial results and operational performance
• Assist with capital planning and investment analysis for real estate assets, debt financing, equity placements
• Monitor market trends and economic factors affecting real estate and business performance
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvements
• Support ad hoc analysis and strategic initiatives

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of FP&A or financial analysis experience, including exposure to real estate, property management, or real estate investments
• Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills
• Knowledge of real estate financial concepts (e.g., FFO, NOI, cash flow, capex planning, cap rates, leverage) preferred
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems (e.g., Yardi, Argus, Power BI) is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and business partnering skills

Macerich’s Total Rewards:

• Best-in-class benefits with affordable employee contribution levels
• Paid time off, including vacation time, 12 paid holidays and 80 hours of sick time annually
• 401(k) match with immediate vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discount
• 24 paid volunteer hours and employer charitable match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career-development resources
• Comprehensive wellness program including a ClassPass membership
• And more…

At Macerich, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. To that end, we do believe in a healthy work/life balance and are proud to offer Remote Fridays for our Corporate offices and Field Fridays for our Retail Properties.

The compensation for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the specific requirements of the role. Final salary offers will be discussed during the interview process and will reflect the candidate's skills and the company's compensation structure.

Who We Are: Macerich is one of the country's leading owners, operators, and developers of major retail real estate (NYSE:MAC). Our high-quality retail properties in many of the most affluent and densely populated U.S. markets set Macerich apart. By bringing communities together, we create long-term value for our shareholders, partners and customers. As we work together to achieve our mission, our shared values drive our progress: Excellence, Relationships, Optimism, Integrity, Empowerment and Fun.

Macerich is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status or disability.

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