Financial Analysts II

Reading International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Reading International, Inc. in New York City is seeking a Financial Analyst II to advance budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. You will collaborate with the executive management team to analyze department finances and develop budgets to optimize costs.

Responsibilities include variance analysis, forecast model management, and delivering board-ready insights. Strong Excel, financial modeling, and interaction with senior executives are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a financial or analytical role.
• Background in financial modeling and business analysis with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; knowledge of Yardi is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly variance analysis and explanations for actuals vs. budget/forecast.
• Manage the financial forecast process by running and maintaining forecast models.
• Provide commentary and visibility into financial performance for internal customers and management.
• Forecast key performance indicators using historical and statistical methods.
• Develop and publish operating dashboards.
• Report consolidated financial statements and analysis to the management team.
• Coordinate budgeting, forecasting and management reporting process improvements.
• Prepare business review presentations, annual budget materials, and board support documents.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Excel

PowerPoint

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Yardi

Job description

The Financial Analyst II position is a step up from Financial Analyst I in financial analysis complexity. Work involves a higher level of compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating financial data; preparing reports and responding to inquiries; and recommending appropriate action to resolve financial problems. This position will play a key role in the organization’s funding strategy and long-term financial security. The Financial Analyst II will collaborate with the executive management team to analyze department finances and develop budgets that will keep the company’s costs down. The employee will report directly to the Finance Manager.

The position will be located onsite in our corporate office in New York City, New York.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly variance analysis and explanations each month for actuals vs. budget and actuals vs. forecast, identify, analyze, and correct information as needed in order to present accurate information.
• Manage the financial forecast process by running and maintaining forecast models.
• Provide commentary and visibility into financial performance and key business drivers in order to provide business insights to internal customers and management.
• Forecast key performance indicators using historical and statistical methods.
• Develop and publish operating dashboards.
• Report consolidated financial statements and analysis to the management team.
• Responsible for coordination, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the budgeting, forecasting and management reporting process.
• Prepare business review presentations, the annual budget presentation and board support documents for internal and external publication.
• Manage/support ad-hoc reporting needs as requested from internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify risks and opportunities to management, recommend strategies to achieve company financial goals.
• Perform specialized financial and cost analysis, and prepare related reports.
• Foster permanent improvement of the internal and external reporting framework by performing ongoing analysis of processes and providing recommended solutions for business process issues.
• Analyze and understand research analyst reports and models and prepare comparisons to the Company’s projections.
• Prepare information for SEC filing, earnings release, and earnings calls.
• Perform comprehensive and in-depth company and industry research including peer benchmarking.
• Gain exposure to and assist with other finance functions (e.g., treasury and FP&A) by supporting projects and participating in cross-functional training opportunities to broaden knowledge and skill development.
• While this is intended to be an accurate description of the job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or working conditions. Additional tasks may be assigned as necessary to support finance department initiatives and overall company operations.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; majors in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a financial or analytical role.
• Background in financial modeling and business analysis with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Candidates must be comfortable with constantly shifting priorities.
• Hands‑on / Roll‑up‑your‑sleeves approach, working with the team to produce high‑quality work products.
• Meet all deadlines/deliverables; we are a fast‑paced environment with strict timetables to ensure we complete all assigned work.
• Strong and meticulous analytics and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Yardi software a plus.
• Ability to interact with department leadership and senior executives in a confident and professional manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial data to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and independently.
• Experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budget development.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Demonstrated initiative, critical thinking, and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• Please note: While the standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, occasional mandatory evening or weekend work may be required based on departmental needs.

This is a full‑time exempt salaried position with an anticipated salary range of $85,000 - $100,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job‑related qualifications.

Base salary is just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package, which will include a competitive benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and a 401(k) plan with employer matching.

About Us

Reading International, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDI), an internationally diversified cinema and real estate company operating through various domestic and international subsidiaries, is engaged in the development, ownership, and operation of cinemas and retail and commercial real estate in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. We are headquartered in New York City, with additional administrative offices in Los Angeles, Honolulu (Hawaii), Melbourne (Australia) and Wellington (New Zealand). Our 2300 global employees operate and oversee our cinemas and properties in California, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Texas, Pennsylvania, Australia and New Zealand.

Reading’s cinema subsidiaries operate under multiple cinema brands: Reading Cinemas, Consolidated Theatres and the Angelika Film Center brand. Our live theatres in New York City are owned and operated by our Liberty Theaters subsidiary, under the Orpheum and Minetta Lane names. Our signature property developments are maintained in special purpose entities and operated under the names Newmarket Village, and The Belmont Common in Australia and 44 Union Square in New York City.

Additional information about Reading can be obtained from our Company’s website: http://www.readingrdi.com.

Reading International, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace where employment decisions are based on job‑related qualifications, skills, experience, performance, and business needs. Our Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, parental status, reproductive health decision‑making, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reading International, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees for disabilities, sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, and known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, as required by applicable law.

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