Financial Operations Analyst

Description

The Financial Operations Analyst supports PeakMade’s FP&A team by analyzing operational and financial performance across our property portfolio. This role serves as a critical bridge between Finance, Operations, Accounting, and Property teams—translating financial results into actionable insights that drive smarter budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.

What You’ll Do

• Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Support the annual budgeting process, monthly forecasting cycles, and long-range financial planning for assigned properties and operational departments.
  • Prepare monthly variance analyses comparing actuals vs. budget, prior forecast, and prior year performance, with clear narrative explanations for key drivers.
  • Consolidate and validate assumptions submitted by property teams during budgeting and forecasting cycles to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Aid in rate-setting analysis and revenue optimization initiatives in partnership with Operations and Revenue Management.
  • Prepare CAM (Common Area Maintenance) calculations for properties with retail tenants.
• Operational Reporting & Analysis
  • Analyze property-level performance data, including occupancy trends, leasing velocity, payroll, utilities, concessions, and operating expenses.
  • Build and maintain financial models, operational KPI dashboards, and standardized reporting templates to support leadership decision-making.
  • Improve reporting automation and process efficiencies leveraging Excel, Power BI, or other financial and BI tools.
  • Ensure data integrity across reporting systems and collaborate with Accounting during month-end close processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Support
  • Partner with Operations leadership to proactively identify financial risks, operational opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Support ad hoc financial analyses requested by executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Serve as a knowledgeable resource for property teams navigating budgeting tools, reporting systems, and financial processes.

Skills & Experience

• Required:
  • 2+ years of experience in property management, student housing, or real estate operations.
  • Experience with student housing leasing cycles, turn seasons, and occupancy management.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling).
  • High attention to detail with strong analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial findings to non-finance audiences.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Preferred, Not Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
  • 1+ years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, or forecasting.
  • Experience with Adaptive Insights, Entrata, Power BI, or comparable BI/FP&A platforms.
  • Experience preparing variance analysis reports (actuals vs. budget/forecast).
  • Familiarity with property management financial metrics (NOI, occupancy rate, CAM reconciliation).
  • Genuine interest in financial analysis, business operations, and strategic planning within real estate or property management.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave + one year of diapers, on us.
• 15 Days of PTO + 2 additional "Wellbeing Days" — because rest matters.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• Remote work environment.
• Wellness initiatives, healthy team competitions, and virtual yoga through Peak's LiveWell program.
• A culture that invests in your growth — with clear paths to leadership.
• Additional rewards and recognition.

Who We Are

PeakMade Real Estate is an Atlanta-based company that specializes in the management and development of off-campus student housing, multi-family and build to rent communities across the US. Our working environment is fun, collaborative, forward-thinking and purposeful.

Requirements

PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Benefits

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