Finance Analyst

Meritage Homes; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritage Homes is seeking a Financial Analyst to support the Dallas–Fort Worth Division with in-depth financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments to drive land acquisition decisions and quarterly/annual planning.

The ideal candidate has a finance or accounting background, 2–3 years of experience, and strong Excel skills for scenario analysis and budgeting. A customer-service mindset and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Has a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA or Master’s degree is a plus.
• 2-3 years of finance or accounting experience.
• Advanced Excel and budgeting/forecasting skills.
• Experience with JD Edwards or SAP/Business Objects is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication across organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the DFW team with financial analysis and reporting for division operations and land acquisition.
• Review monthly financial statements, margin proformas, backlog reports, and key indicators.
• Assist in quarterly forecasts and the annual business plan preparation and review.
• Prepare supplementary reports and analyses for management.
• Assist with pricing updates, lot releases, and MLS updates.
• Prepare monthly lot takedown and pro forma reports with variance explanations.
• Coordinate monthly budget meetings with other departments.
• Gather and analyze information for land development financial analyses and buy/build considerations.
• Perform ad hoc analyses as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Customer service focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA or Master's degree a plus

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP/Business Objects

Microsoft Excel

Budgeting/Forecasting software

Job description

Responsibilities

Meritage Homes is seeking a Financial Analyst that will support growth the Dallas-Ft. Worth Division to include the below responsibilities:

• Support the DFW team with financial analysis and reporting, including support of the overall Division operations and of the Land Acquisition program.
• Review monthly financial statements, margin proformas, backlog reports, and other key indicator reports.
• Assist in the preparation and review of Quarterly Forecasts and Annual Business Plan.
• Prepare supplementary reports and analyses for management.
• Assist with pricing updates, lot releases, and MLS updates.
• Prepare monthly lot takedown reports.
• Prepare monthly Pro forma updates and provide written variance explanations.
• Coordinate monthly budget meetings with other departments.
• Assist in gathering, compiling, and analyzing information to complete the research and financial analysis of land under consideration for purchase to develop residential for-sale communities.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as needed.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; CPA or Master's degree a plus.
• 2-3 years of finance or accounting experience
• Homebuilding industry experience a plus but not required.
• Advanced computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Windows Office applications.
• High-level Excel user with the ability to generate scenarios analysis and spreadsheet models efficiently.
• Hands-on experience with budgeting/forecasting software. JD Edwards and SAP/Business Objects experience preferred.
• Strong written/oral and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate in a professional manner with all levels in the organization, with a customer service focus.
• Ability to write and communicate complex information and procedures in an easily comprehensible manner.

Overview

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a fourth year in a row. Meritage has delivered over 210,000 homes in its 41-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.

When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
• An organization that lives by its core values everyday
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
• A competitive pay structure
• Strong benefits
• Flexibility in work-life integration
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best