Sr. Financial Analyst - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

As a Senior Financial Analyst at Builders Capital, your main responsibilities include building and maintaining incentive compensation models, supporting the monthly calculations and reporting processes, preparing regular compensation reports for leadership, and improving financial models through innovative methods. You'll be crucial in delivering valuable financial analysis and ensuring alignment with audits and regulations.

To qualify for the Senior Financial Analyst position at Builders Capital, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, along with a minimum of six years of experience in treasury or finance. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, data management, and experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau are also highly valued.

Builders Capital offers a supportive environment for its Senior Financial Analysts by providing access to cutting-edge tools and resources. The company emphasizes professional growth through continuous learning initiatives and customizable work plans that help you achieve both personal and career goals.

Builders Capital fosters an innovative and flexible work environment for its Senior Financial Analysts. This means you can enjoy balancing your work responsibilities with personal life while working collaboratively with a dedicated team focused on shared success in the construction finance sector.

Senior Financial Analysts at Builders Capital enjoy a robust benefits package that includes 100% covered medical insurance premium, annual contributions to health savings accounts, competitive compensation, three weeks of paid time off, and ten paid holidays each year, ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance.

To effectively develop financial models, I typically begin with gathering relevant data and identifying key performance indicators. I focus on ensuring the integrity of the data, using Excel functions, and integrating visualization tools like Tableau for better presentation. Communication with stakeholders throughout the process is essential to align the model with business needs.

Handling tight deadlines involves prioritizing tasks and setting realistic timelines. I break down reports into manageable components, ensuring that critical analysis is done first. Efficient time management and collaboration with the team are key, enabling us to deliver accurate reports on time without compromising quality.

In my previous role, I identified a manual reporting process that consumed too much time. I proposed automating the data collection and reporting phases using Excel and Power BI, which streamlined our workflow and improved accuracy, saving the team several hours each week and allowing us to focus on analysis.

I've managed incentive compensation calculations throughout my career by building robust models that account for various compensation plans, ensuring compliance, and aligning them with organizational goals. My focus has been on accuracy and timeliness to support strategic decision-making during compensation cycles.

When explaining complex financial concepts, I focus on using clear language, intuitive visuals, and relatable examples. I often break down the concepts into simpler components, ensuring that the audience can grasp the essential takeaways. Engaging in discussions helps gauge understanding and allows for addressing any questions.

I am proficient in several analytical tools, including Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and financial modeling, Power BI for data visualization, and Tableau for generating insightful reports. I am also keen on adapting to new tools that might enhance our analytical capabilities at Builders Capital.

To stay updated with changes in financial regulations and best practices, I follow relevant financial news, participate in webinars, and subscribe to industry publications. Networking with other professionals in finance and attending workshops also helps me to keep abreast of current trends and regulations.

When performing financial forecasting, essential metrics I consider include historical revenue growth, operating expenses, market trends, and cash flow projections. Analyzing these indicators helps create a robust forecast that can guide strategic planning and decision-making for the organization.

To ensure compliance in financial reporting, I carefully review all reports against current regulations and company policies. Regular audits, staying informed on relevant legal changes, and maintaining thorough documentation of processes are key strategies I implement to uphold compliance standards.

My decision to pursue a career as a Senior Financial Analyst stemmed from my passion for finance and problem-solving. I enjoy diving deep into data and uncovering insights that drive business decisions. The dynamic nature of finance, along with the opportunity to impact an organization’s growth, keeps me motivated in this field.