Job Description

John L. Scott a National Leader in Real Estate is in need of an experienced Financial Analyst who has a passion for report writing, analytics and must have the ability to identify trends and provide solutions. This position focuses on analytics and market intelligence to provide forecasting and budgeting, analytical insights and business strategies related to residential real estate. The Financial Analyst will work cross functionally with Finance, IT, Residential Operations, and Executives to support strategic initiatives across the business. In addition, this role will provide excellent customer service to all John L Scott offices.

John L Scott was founded in 1931 in downtown Seattle Washington. We are a technically savvy, fast paced, forward thinking organization. Our ideal candidate will not only have the analytical know how but also be able to embrace new technology, work with a close-knit Accounting Team and be a part of our company culture. The Financial Analyst is an integral part of the Accounting Team and most importantly, must embrace our core value, “Living Life as a Contribution”™.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Oversee the annual budget process and work with stakeholders for completion and accuracy. Reforecast financials monthly.
• Lead Capital Expenditures approval process and hold quarterly meetings with stakeholders.
• Lead analytics and market intelligence insights. Provide strategic insights on residential sales, industry trends and predicative analytics via industry data.
• Through insights and sales analysis, educate the Finance and Executive teams on performance and trends, identify business opportunities, and provide recommendations that shape strategies.
• Support all financial analysis activities and assist with presentation materials.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, IT, finance, and executives to unite on company initiatives and produce ad hoc reports and presentations across strategic and tactical opportunities.
• Projects and other duties as assigned by the Director/VP of Accounting and Executive team
• Reliable attendance to be sure initiatives and processes are moving forward as well as ensuring customer service levels are where they need to be

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools, providing solutions based on results of ad hoc analyses to senior management for strategic decision making
• Experience in FP&A
• Experience leading meetings and presentations for executives 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to evaluate situations, identify core issues, fact-find, and promote thoughtful business solutions
• Experience with market research analytics and the correlation and implications to operational models.
• Knowledge of demand forecasting, report writing, and budgeting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize workload, multi-task, and to adapt to frequently changing priorities and critical deadlines.
• Team player with experience working in a cross-functional environment.
• Professional demeanor, good judgment, common sense, and a passion for details.
• Ability to multi-task; work at a fast pace with the ability to shift priorities throughout the day
• Possess the ability to communicate articulately and efficiently with other people within the company
• Excellent organizational, and time management skills to prioritize and coordinate workload with minimal supervision
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and analytical abilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS degree in Finance, Business and/or similar analytical field
• Minimum of three years’ experience in Financial Analyst role working with large-scale data
• Expert experience using Excel 
• Advanced computer skills including Word, Excel (Power BI a plus), Access, PowerPoint, Great Plains Dynamics, Tableau and SAP Business Objects
• Ability to work general business hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday-Friday at our Bellevue Corporate Service Center

POSITION & BENEFITS:

• Compensation is based on experience, looking for three years of experience in Financial Analyst role
• The position is full time, Monday-Friday, and is considered non-exempt for purposes of Wage and Hour Law
• JLS benefits offerings for full time employees include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Long Term Disability, Term Life, AD&D, FSA, and supplemental insurance options
• Employees are eligible to participate in the JLS 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and personal paid leave in accordance with JLS policies
• Internal career growth and training opportunities
• Living Life as a Contribution® volunteer opportunities through the JLS Foundation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in an office setting to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to reach items on or near the floor
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required occasionally, 10-25 pounds
• Regular, predictable attendance is required on site at this position’s

WORK DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee in an office setting encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, online meetings)
• Ability to work in a confined area (desk or office)
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

John L. Scott Inc. 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, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Company Description

John L. Scott Real Estate was founded in 1931 in downtown Seattle, Washington. Through the years, we have grown to become one of the most productive real estate brokerage companies in the nation. That’s because we are a company that prides itself on supporting each individual sales associate and the relationship with their clients. We do this through comprehensive marketing programs and services, an award winning website, extensive business development programs, and superior residential brokerage services.