Senior Land Financial Analyst

The Senior Land Financial Analyst serves in a support role to the Treasurer. This position requires an ability to think critically and to demonstrate a desire to form a strong acquisition skillset foundation. Analysts are also responsible for effectively providing in-depth and accurate market data that enables management to make informed land acquisition decisions. The Senior Land Financial Analyst shall also have a solid understanding of contracts and how to read them. The Senior Land Financial Analyst serves a large role underwriting potential deals during the land acquisition due diligence period, assisting in the financial analysis of projects, and managing acquisition spreadsheets within the Land and Finance Departments. The Senior Land financial analyst will also work with other members of the finance team in compiling information which will assist in the preparation of quarterly projections and other financial needs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the preparation of feasibility analysis and acquisition packages (business plans) for target projects (I.e.: Full Feasibility and associated final pro-forma, final Competitive Market Analysis “CMA”)
• Develop proficiency in running financial models to produce acceptable IRR and GM results.
• Assist in creating and modifying financial spreadsheets for use in cash flow projections and new community budgeting.
• Ability to run Sales, Starts and Closing forecasts for land planning purposes.
• Work with the Land Acquisition Manager to compile target community’s competitive analysis, including SWOT analysis, AQL’s, and other prospective land due diligence.
• Prepare pro-forma and market studies to support land banking and other capital/debt needs of the Company at the request of the Treasurer and or CFO.
• Assist the Land Department (primarily acquisitions) in feasibility/underwriting activities.
• Schedule and prepare for / make copies of all necessary documents and presentations for land acquisition meetings and conference calls.
• Assist in the preparation of full land drives for land management including maps and competitive analysis to support competitive shopping.
• Capable of legal review and analysis and interpreting/understanding legal documents and report to the Underwriting Manager.
• Capable of reviewing reports related to the due diligence process (I.e.: Phase I Environment Site Assessments, Soils Investigation Studies, Title and Surveys, etc.)
• Complete other ad-hoc projects as requested

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in finance or related field is required
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience
• Advanced PC skills including use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Efficient time management and prioritization capabilities
• Superior communication and organizational skills
• Previous experience in homebuilding, finance, accounting, investments industry is preferred.
• Motivation to learn and grow with a dynamic group.