Senior Financial Reporting Analyst
About Willmeng
Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to building excellence and preserving the company's high value to the clients they serve. Willmeng gives back to the community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture, including:
- Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine
- #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona
- Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine
- General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP
- Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal
The Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Reporting Analyst to play a key role in strengthening the organization’s financial reporting and planning capabilities. This position will be responsible for preparing and enhancing internal and external financial reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and driving improvements in reporting and accounting processes that increase efficiency, accuracy, and business insight.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys combining technical financial reporting expertise with process improvement and business partnership. This role offers significant visibility across the organization and the opportunity to collaborate with finance and operational leaders to deliver meaningful analysis, improve reporting workflows, and support strategic decision-making.
The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, takes ownership of deliverables, and is motivated by opportunities to improve processes and add value beyond the numbers. This is a hybrid opportunity in Phoenix.
What You Will Accomplish
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual internal financial reports for leadership and business stakeholders.
- Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for external financial reporting, including audited financial statements, lender reporting, regulatory reporting, and other required disclosures.
- Ensure reporting deliverables are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and reporting requirements.
- Analyze financial results and prepare commentary for budget-to-actual, forecast-to-actual, and period-over-period variances.
- Assist in the preparation of management reporting packages and presentation materials for leadership.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support the annual budgeting process, including preparation of templates, consolidation of submissions, and analysis of budget assumptions.
- Prepare and maintain monthly and quarterly forecasts, working with business partners to update assumptions and identify financial impacts.
- Analyze budget and forecast variances and provide insights into performance trends.
- Aid in financial modeling and scenario analysis to support planning activities.
- Maintain organizational financial performance against budget and forecast expectations.
Financial Analysis & Business Support
- Provide meaningful analysis of financial and operational data to support executive decision-making.
- Partner cross-functionally with business leaders to evaluate performance metrics and recommend actionable insights.
- Prepare presentations and reports for senior leadership, finance committees, or the board as needed.
Process Improvement & Controls
- Identify and support improvements to financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting processes.
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls related to reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
- Develop and document procedures for key reporting and planning activities.
- Enhance reporting efficiency through automation, standardization, and improved use of financial systems.
- Develop and maintain reporting templates, process documentation, and procedures.
- Support implementation of system enhancements related to reporting and financial planning.
Cross-Functional Support
- Collaborate with accounting, finance, and operational teams to gather data and ensure accurate reporting.
- Assist in developing metrics and reporting tools to improve business visibility and decision-making.
- Serve as a key finance resource for reporting and cost savings initiatives, systems enhancements, and process changes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting, corporate accounting, or FP&A.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP Financial Reporting and experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Experience with financial reporting tools and business intelligence platforms, inclusive of advanced Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation
- Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership.
- Benefits include Employee Stock Ownership Plan, discretionary annual bonus, 401k with employer match, employee medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng), flexible time off policy, 9 paid company holidays, 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, and 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery.
- Willmeng places nothing more important to the organizational health of the company than its overall focus on culture. By bringing different personalities together and embracing their individual contributions, the culture is rich, strong, and uniquely different. With a true family feel and the opportunity to participate in building a genuine place of purpose for clients and employees, Willmeng has the distinct advantage of something exceptional and special in the culture.