
Real Estate · 1.9k people
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Posted 15 Oct
What’s this role about? The Manager of FP&A oversees financial forecasts, annual budgeting, and variance analysis while providing strategic consulting to senior management. They also manage financial reporting standards, develop modeling tools, and lead team members to support optimal business decision-making.
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Company
About Ryan Companies US, Inc. At Ryan Companies, we believe the value of the buildings we design, develop, finance, manage and construct is about more than dollars and cents – it’s also about the value they bring to the people who use them and the communities that surround them. That’s why we focus first on the “why” so we can give life to your vision and achieve the best possible outcome. As a national leader in commercial real estate services, we know that our customers are as unique as their projects. That’s why, day after day, we’re driven to uncover their stories. To be inspired by what inspires them. To bring the right people to the table so we can collaborate on a deeper, more engaging level. Together, we build something far more profound than the physical presence of a building. We build the backdrops to life’s stories. At Ryan, our values – Safety, Integrity, Respect, Stewardship, Family, Excellence and Fun – define our culture and they shape and ignite the people who join our team. They are more than words in a mission statement, they are the inspiration that guides our decisions and shapes our belief that we offer something no one else can. In the end, your building is better, your experience working with us more enjoyable, your community more vibrant and your project site safer – all because we embrace our values each day.
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
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Responsibilities
- Create a positive team member experience.
- May supervise Financial Analyst(s).
- Supports senior management, region leaders, and Practice Leaders with in-depth analyses.
- Prepares and delivers presentations to the Ryan Board of Directors and senior management teams.
- Meets with division presidents and practice leads to discuss monthly financials and assist with analysis that may affect financials
- Analyzes current and past trends of key performance indicators, highlighting issues and causes of unexpected variances.
- Manages governance of FP&A reporting, standards and tools to ensure integrity and consistency of work products.
- Manages changes to GL metadata and financial hierarchy to ensure alignment across department, reporting & systems.
- Designs and develops monthly and/or quarterly financial reports and prepares variance analysis against annual and quarterly budget and prior periods.
- Manages consolidation, report development, and modeling for annual budging and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Maintain and enhance the design of FP&A reporting and process by leveraged corporate performance management tool.
- Analyzes complex financial information and reports (including all areas of revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures).
- Provides accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes.
- Prepares presentations in support of board and shareholder meetings, monthly/quarterly senior leadership meetings and various strategic committees of the company.
- Manages the continued development of budgeting, financial forecasting, operating plan, and modeling tools.
- Use business intelligence tools and dashboard reports to develop insights and analysis.
- Proactively looks to improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand return on investment (ROI) in new acquisitions, practice areas, and international expansions.
- Develops financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives.
- Performs ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
- Other projects as assigned.
- May directly supervise employees on the FP&A team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) or equivalent in Accounting or Finance from a four-year college or university, at least 5-7 years related experience.
- Proven experience successfully leading a team
- Must be able to perform complex analysis
- Must be articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to think creatively
- Must be highly driven, and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to roll up sleeves and work with team members in a hands-on management capacity.
- Experience in an international professional services environment preferred.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced skills, in Microsoft® Excel, PowerPoint, and AI technologies. Experience using accounting software is preferred.
- Valid driver's license required
Benefits
- 14-Weeks of 100% Paid Leave for New Parents (Adoption Included)
- Monthly Gym Membership Reimbursement OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement
- 401K with Employer Match
- Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
- Fertility Assistance Program
- Four-Week Company-Paid Sabbatical Eligibility After Five Years of Service
- The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis helps manage the company’s financial forecasts, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis, and special projects. The Manager supports the Director of FP&A and assists in providing financial consulting and strategic support to senior management, including routine analytical reviews of company financial and operational performance, preparation of financial packages and presentations, revenue and expense analyses, and other projects requested by the Director of FP&A and/or senior management. The FP&A group acts as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support “optimal” business decision making
- For Illinois based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $115,000.00 - $158,000.00
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