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Arbor Homes · 4 hours ago

Financial Analyst

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Arbor Homes is a dynamic workplace committed to customer service, seeking a Financial Analyst to support various teams within the company. The role involves analyzing financial performance, conducting market research, and providing insights to guide investment and operational decisions.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Build and maintain detailed financial reports relating to land acquisitions, horizontal development, vertical construction, market performance, community performance, and other areas, as needed

Perform analytical review of financial results vs budget/forecast

Prepare and assist with analyses and reporting on weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc basis

Ability to provide thoughtful explanations for variances and assumptions

Monitor and analyze financial performance to support operational decision-making, including trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Plan, prepare, and submit purchase and deposit documents

Track actual vs. forecasted performance for active communities

Maintain up-to-date reporting for land pipeline and market data/performance

Perform monthly close analysis and reporting responsibilities

Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) & Market Research

Prepare and deliver in-depth CMAs for raw land, finished lots, and existing residential communities

Conduct detailed submarket research and keep abreast of local market land transactions and emerging trends using tools such as Zonda, MLS, GIS platforms, ESRI Business Analyst and public economic/demographic data

Benchmark home pricing and land values across submarkets to support pricing and acquisition strategies

Evaluate product fit and lot sizes in relation to current market demand and resale comparables

Partner with Marketing & Research to provide pricing recommendations and buyer affordability analysis

Monitor local housing trends and prepare market reports that synthesize key housing data, including building permits, new home sales and closings, absorption rates, community openings, and pipeline activity. Reports should highlight emerging market trends, shifts in buyer demand, pricing dynamics, and competitive changes to provide Arbor Homes leadership with actionable insights for land acquisition, pricing strategy, and community planning

Other duties, as assigned