Finance Manager

Progress Residential • Tempe, AZ

2d

About The Position

Progress is a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, dedicated to creating an enjoyable living experience for residents and an empowering, people-first culture for its team members. The company has been recognized as a certified Great Place to Work® for two consecutive years. As the demand for professionally managed rental homes grows, so do the opportunities at Progress, seeking passionate professionals ready to grow and make a difference. The Manager, Operations Finance - Construction will support the Director of Finance - Market Operations and collaborate closely with Operations leadership. This role is crucial for driving financial visibility, cost performance, and operational efficiency across Construction activities. Key responsibilities include analyzing construction cost performance, monitoring timelines, evaluating scope cost variances against actual results, and identifying opportunities for cost improvement. Additionally, the manager will support labor forecasting for the Construction team, track and report on key performance indicators, and provide actionable insights into business performance. A significant focus of this position will be on automating reporting and enhancing analytical processes to facilitate faster and more effective decision support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in finance, operations finance, FP&A, or related analytical roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Experience analyzing operational or construction-related costs preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with process automation and reporting improvement.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence business partners at multiple levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial and operational data into clear business insights.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting Construction, Field Operations, or Market Operations teams.
• Familiarity with KPI development and performance management reporting.
• Experience with business intelligence or automation tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Director of Finance - Market Operations and Operations leadership to analyze Construction financial and operational performance.
• Monitor and evaluate construction costs, timelines, and productivity to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze scope cost estimates versus actual costs and explain key variances.
• Develop actionable insights and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and operational execution.
• Support labor forecasting and workforce planning for the Construction organization.
• Create, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards and performance reporting for leadership.
• Automate recurring reports and improve reporting processes to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Build financial models to support decision-making, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Construction, Operations, and other business partners to improve data-driven decision-making.
• Prepare presentations and reporting materials for leadership using clear, concise financial and operational insights.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance analytical tools and reporting capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
• Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
• Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
• A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees