Finance Process Improvement Analyst

Job Description
Job Description
Description:
The Financial Analyst is a professional-level, exempt position responsible for providing independent financial analysis, contract evaluation, and project oversight in support of executive decision-making. This role exercises discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance related to financial performance, development initiatives, contracts, and capital projects. The Financial Analyst works closely with the Chief Development Officer and Chief Financial Officer to analyze data, assess risk, and develop recommendations that support the company’s strategic and operational objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Independently analyze financial data, budgets, forecasts, and investment scenarios to support executive planning and decision-making
Develop and maintain financial models used to evaluate development projects, capital investments, and operational initiatives
Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide written and verbal recommendations to executive leadership
Prepare executive-level financial summaries, dashboards, and presentations
Review contracts, purchase agreements, amendments, and related documents to assess financial impact, risk exposure, and compliance with company objectives
Evaluate key contract terms, milestones, and obligations and advise leadership on potential financial or operational implications
Collaborate with legal, finance, and external partners to resolve contract-related issues requiring professional judgment
Provide analytical oversight of escrow and transaction processes, including timelines, funding requirements, and financial documentation
Evaluate transaction structures and identify risks or discrepancies requiring escalation or resolution
Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding financial aspects of escrow-related activities
Lead assigned finance- or development-related projects, exercising discretion to prioritize work, resolve routine issues, and recommend solutions
Monitor project financial performance against approved budgets and timelines and advise leadership of variances or risks
Coordinate cross-functional efforts while maintaining responsibility for financial analysis and outcome recommendations
Act as a trusted financial advisor to the CDO and CFO on assigned initiatives
Participate in due diligence activities related to acquisitions, development projects, or strategic initiatives
Support continuous improvement of financial analysis tools, reporting processes, and internal controls
Requirements:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 2–4 years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related professional role
Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on financial and business matters
Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Preferred
Experience with contract review, real estate, development, or capital projects
Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or asset-intensive industries
Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools