Financial Operations Analyst

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. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in student housing operations, paired with an analytical mindset and the ability to communicate complex data clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

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.
• Assist with 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. PeakMade Real Estate is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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