Financial Analyst

At Northmarq, you can be part of something special. Northmarq is a unique capital markets resource for commercial real estate investors, providing our clients access to experts in debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. We offer you a career path with best-in-class training, and we foster inclusive teams committed to collaboration, mentoring, and growth. At Northmarq, we will help you unlock your potential – whether you are an industry veteran or you’re just getting started. Your new career is waiting. Start something special today. Northmarq was voted by Real Estate Forum as one of The Best Places to Work in Commercial Real Estate!
Northmarq is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance and accounting team. In this role, you will support our financial operations and decision-making processes through budget management, forecasting, strategic planning and in-depth financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills, experience in financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, Power BI and a proven ability to communicate financial insights effectively to business leaders at all levels.

This position offers a flexible work environment and is available for an immediate start.
Essential Accountabilities

Assist in the budgeting process, collaborating with business leaders and department heads to ensure accurate and realistic financial planning
Prepare and update financial forecasts regularly, providing insights into any potential risks or opportunities
Work with cross-functional teams and business analysts to align financial goals with operational strategies
Conduct detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial modeling
Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and analyze business performance against budget and forecasts
Assist with compiling data and developing financial models to support business initiatives, strategic planning, and investment decisions
Provide scenario analysis to assess potential outcomes and their impact on financial performance, as well as forward looking strategic projections
Maintain and manage financial dashboards and address questions from business leaders
Serve as a key partner to other departments, providing financial insights and recommendations to drive business performance
Support the executive team in decision-making by delivering clear and actionable written and/or verbal financial insights
Continuously assess and improve financial reporting and forecasting processes
Identify opportunities to streamline financial operations and enhance efficiency
Assist with ad-hoc projects and provide back-up support to other Finance team members as needed
Qualifications
Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required (Master’s degree or CPA designation preferred)
Work Experience

1+ years experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related field
Understanding of commercial real estate and mortgage banking preferred
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Previous experience working in Microsoft Dynamics GP and Salesforce experience helpful, not required
Competencies

Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling techniques and experience working in Power BI; experience with financial software (e.g., GP, Salesforce) a plus
Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial reporting
Proven ability to think strategically, analyze data, and communicate financial insights effectively
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information
Northmarq offers a highly competitive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K match and an annual discretionary contribution based on business performance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance, education assistance, volunteer paid time off, charitable contribution match and so much more!
Minnesota Residents: Northmarq carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range for the Financial Analyst position is $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 annually. This range is a good faith estimate and the actual compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience.