Financial Analyst

Cotality • Irvine, CA

20d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Cotality, we are driven by a single mission—to make the property industry faster, smarter, and more people-centric. Cotality is the trusted source for property intelligence, with unmatched precision, depth, breadth, and insights across the entire ecosystem. Our talented team of 5,000 employees globally uses our network, scale, connectivity and technology to drive the largest asset class in the world. Join us as we work toward our vision of fueling a thriving global property ecosystem and a more resilient society. Cotality is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work culture that inspires innovation and bold thinking; it's a place where you can collaborate, feel valued, develop skills and directly impact the real estate economy. We know our people are our greatest asset. At Cotality, you can be yourself, lift people up and make an impact. By putting clients first and continuously innovating, we're working together to set the pace for unlocking new possibilities that better serve the property industry. Job Description: Irvine, CA | Hybrid Work Environment Are you a curious, analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy partnering with business leaders to solve complex problems and make a real impact on business decisions? If so, we’d love to meet you. We seek a Financial Analyst with strong Financial Planning & Analysis experience to join our Enterprise Operations Finance team. This role is perfect for ambitious professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic, data-driven environment. You'll collaborate with various business departments and management levels to influence our financial strategy. Why Join Us? Be part of a best-in-class finance team with a track record of developing top talent. Gain exposure to strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. Work in a growth-focused, acquisitive environment where your insights matter. Enjoy a supportive culture that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s a plus).
• 3 years of experience required in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Proficiency in Excel a must
• Strong communication skills—Able to explain complex financial data clearly and confidently to cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience or exposure create presentations and delivering them to executives
• Experience with Oracle Hyperion, Essbase/ SmartView
• A track record of building financial modeling tools, simplifying processes, and driving results

Responsibilities

• Partner with finance and business teams to conduct planning, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly and yearly financial variances and evaluate operational results to identify key trends and drivers that impact the P&L.
• Support business unit leaders to align goals, timelines, performance expectations and interpret and draw meaningful insights to help drive business decisions.
• Lead and enhance the annual budget and quarterly forecast processes.
• Support long-range strategic planning and capital investment analysis.
• Develop tools and dashboards to track KPIs and improve forecasting accuracy to inform stakeholders of key metrics and trends.
• Contribute to special projects including acquisitions, profitability analysis, and process improvements.

Benefits

• Time off: Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays, plus well-being and volunteer time off.
• Family Support: Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a baby stipend.
• Health: Multiple medical plan options with mental health and wellness support offerings.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match and vesting after one year.
• Financial Perks: $400 annual well-being stipend and tuition assistance up to $5,250.
• Extras: Recognition Rewards, Referral bonuses, exclusive discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level