Analyst I - Finance

About the role

Meritage Homes is seeking a Financial Analyst to support growth in the Dallas‑Ft. Worth Division. The role involves financial analysis and reporting for division operations and the Land Acquisition program, as well as contributing to the company’s mission of delivering energy‑efficient, affordable homes.

Responsibilities

• Support the DFW team with financial analysis and reporting, including support of the overall Division operations and of the Land Acquisition program.
• Review monthly financial statements, margin proformas, backlog reports, and other key indicator reports.
• Assist in the preparation and review of Quarterly Forecasts and the Annual Business Plan.
• Prepare supplementary reports and analyses for management.
• Assist with pricing updates, lot releases, and MLS updates.
• Prepare monthly lot takedown reports.
• Prepare monthly pro forma updates and provide written variance explanations.
• Coordinate monthly budget meetings with other departments.
• Assist in gathering, compiling, and analyzing information to complete research and financial analysis of land under consideration for purchase to develop residential for‑sale communities.
• Perform ad‑hoc analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA or Master’s degree a plus.
• 2‑3 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Homebuilding industry experience a plus but not required.
• Advanced computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Windows Office applications.
• High‑level Excel user with the ability to generate scenario analysis and spreadsheet models efficiently.
• Hands‑on experience with budgeting/forecasting software.
• JD Edwards and SAP/Business Objects experience preferred.
• Strong written/oral and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate professionally with all levels in the organization, with a customer‑service focus.
• Ability to write and communicate complex information and procedures in an easily comprehensible manner.

Benefits

• Work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level.
• Organization that lives by its core values every day.
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset.
• State‑of‑the‑art technology to provide an optimal working environment.
• Competitive pay structure.
• Strong benefits package.
• Flexibility in work‑life integration.
• Team‑oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company.
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization.
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best.
• Great Place to Work certification for four consecutive years.