Manager Operations Finance

Progress Residential • Atlanta, GA

23h

About The Position

Progress is a leading property manager of single-family rental homes nationwide, recognized as a Great Place to Work®. The Manager, Operations Finance - Construction will work closely with the Director of Finance - Market Operations and Operations leadership to enhance financial visibility, cost performance, and operational efficiency within the company's Construction activities. This role involves comprehensive analysis of construction cost performance, monitoring project timelines, evaluating scope cost variances against actual results, and identifying opportunities for cost improvement. Additionally, the position will support labor forecasting for the Construction team, track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), and deliver actionable insights into business performance. A primary objective of this role is to automate reporting and refine 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.
• 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.
• Experience supporting Construction, Field Operations, or Market Operations teams.
• Familiarity with KPI development and performance management reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience analyzing operational or construction-related costs preferred.
• 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