Financial AnalystThe Financial Analyst is a professional-level, exempt position responsible for providing independent financial analysis, contract evaluation, and project oversight in support of executive decision-making. This role exercises discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance related to financial performance, development initiatives, contracts, and capital projects. The Financial Analyst works closely with the Chief Development Officer and Chief Financial Officer to analyze data, assess risk, and develop recommendations that support the company's strategic and operational objectives.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesIndependently analyze financial data, budgets, forecasts, and investment scenarios to support executive planning and decision-makingDevelop and maintain financial models used to evaluate development projects, capital investments, and operational initiativesIdentify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide written and verbal recommendations to executive leadershipPrepare executive-level financial summaries, dashboards, and presentationsReview contracts, purchase agreements, amendments, and related documents to assess financial impact, risk exposure, and compliance with company objectivesEvaluate key contract terms, milestones, and obligations and advise leadership on potential financial or operational implicationsCollaborate with legal, finance, and external partners to resolve contract-related issues requiring professional judgmentProvide analytical oversight of escrow and transaction processes, including timelines, funding requirements, and financial documentationEvaluate transaction structures and identify risks or discrepancies requiring escalation or resolutionServe as a point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding financial aspects of escrow-related activitiesLead assigned finance- or development-related projects, exercising discretion to prioritize work, resolve routine issues, and recommend solutionsMonitor project financial performance against approved budgets and timelines and advise leadership of variances or risksCoordinate cross-functional efforts while maintaining responsibility for financial analysis and outcome recommendationsAct as a trusted financial advisor to the CDO and CFO on assigned initiativesParticipate in due diligence activities related to acquisitions, development projects, or strategic initiativesSupport continuous improvement of financial analysis tools, reporting processes, and internal controlsRequirementsRequiredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related fieldMinimum of 2–4 years of progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, accounting, or a related professional roleDemonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on financial and business mattersAdvanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelingStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skillsAbility to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalismPreferredExperience with contract review, real estate, development, or capital projectsExperience in agriculture, manufacturing, or asset-intensive industriesFamiliarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools