Financial Analyst

Overview

Analyzes financials, market data, and land acquisition to guide real estate decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• market reporting
• financial analysis
• cma preparation
• submarket research
• pricing benchmark
• land acquisition

Tasks

-Monitor local housing trends and prepare market reports that synthesize key housing data, including building permits, new home sales and closings, absorption rates, community openings, and pipeline activity. Reports should highlight emerging market trends, shifts in buyer demand, pricing dynamics, and competitive changes to provide Arbor Homes leadership with actionable insights for land acquisition, pricing strategy, and community planning. -Monitor and analyze financial performance to support operational decision-making, including trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. -Perform monthly close analysis and reporting responsibilities -Evaluate product fit and lot sizes in relation to current market demand and resale comparables. -Track actual vs. forecasted performance for active communities. -Prepare and deliver in-depth CMAs for raw land, finished lots, and existing residential communities. -Conduct detailed submarket research and keep abreast of local market land transactions and emerging trends using tools such as Zonda, MLS, GIS platforms, ESRI Business Analyst and public economic/demographic data. -Benchmark home pricing and land values across submarkets to support pricing and acquisition strategies. -Maintain up-to-date reporting for land pipeline and market data/performance. -Perform analytical review of financial results vs budget/forecast. -Plan, prepare, and submit purchase and deposit documents. -Prepare and assist with analyses and reporting on weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc basis. -Build and maintain detailed financial reports relating to land acquisitions, horizontal development, vertical construction, market performance, community performance, and other areas, as needed. -Partner with Marketing & Research to provide pricing recommendations and buyer affordability analysis.

Requirements

• excel
• argus
• prophix
• bachelor's
• 2-5 years
• self-starter

What You Bring

-Ability to provide thoughtful explanations for variances and assumptions. -Self-starter with ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. -Proficient in financial use of Excel; experience with Argus, Prophix, or similar a plus. -Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field -2–5 years of experience in professional environment -Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Benefits

-Team Outings and Company-Sponsored Volunteer Events -Base Salary + Bonus Opportunities -Access to Health and Life Insurance, 401(k), Paid Parental Leave, Company Discounts, etc. -Exposure to Executive Leadership -Leadership Academy - Training Programs for Professional Growth. -4 weeks of Paid Time Off!

About Arbor Homes

-Began with a mission to make home ownership achievable for Midwest families. -Joined Berkshire Hathaway's Clayton Properties Group and expanded into Kentucky and Ohio through strategic acquisitions. -Offers a series like budget-conscious, luxury-tier, ranch, and low-maintenance homes. -Typical projects include multi-story and ranch homes in communities such as Columbus, Cincinnati, Louisville, and Indianapolis metros. -Specializes in residential construction with series tailored to first-time buyers, move-up families, and low-maintenance lifestyles. -Known for in-house design portals and included features often considered extra with other builders. -Provides financing support, homeowner portals, and warranty-backed quality control throughout construction. -Operates a higher-end Silverthorne line and Destination series offering HOA-maintained homes with single-level layouts.

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