Revenue Analyst

MAA•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Revenue Analyst oversees the revenue optimization of a multi-million dollar portfolio of properties for MAA. Applies advanced analytics to market data to develop competitive pricing. Partners with and influences operations management to adopt pricing strategies. The successful candidate will embody and work to reinforce MAA’s Core Values. Those values include: Appreciating the uniqueness of each individual Communicating openly and with integrity Embracing opportunities Doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics or related field required
Three to five (3-5) years of experience in pricing, financial planning and analysis, and/or asset management required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required.
Knowledge of revenue asset management principles and practices
Business and financial acumen
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and attention to detail
Skill and ability to clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing, including delivery of presentations
Relationship management skills with which to develop, operate, support and influence others within a team-oriented environment
Critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Initiative and flexibility to continuously improve quality and processes and manage change
Knowledge and skills to manage projects, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and maintain appropriate discretion with sensitive data

Nice To Haves

Revenue management experience within multi-family, hotel, airline or related industry strongly preferred.
Technical knowledge and experience with SQL, VBA, Tableau, Essbase, Yardi, LRO and/or Yieldstar preferred.
Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets metrics and reports from the LRO ® revenue management system.
Proactively monitors and reviews key revenue metrics with operations to optimize revenue management system.
Conducts financial analyses of pricing and amenities of industry peers to inform renewal rate recommendations and competitive positioning within markets.
Develops pricing recommendations and communicates to on-site and regional property management to influence and improve revenue performance.
Partners with operations to set and execute renewal rates for managed portfolio of properties to optimize revenue.
Facilitates scheduled reviews of revenue performance drivers to identify potential adjustments to pricing strategy.
Supports operational decision making and revenue maximization by developing and/or enhancing revenue management reports, processes, and analytics.
Develops and manages cross-functional relationships at all organizational levels to learn and maintain knowledge of the business with which to understand and optimize processes.
Travels occasionally (5-10%) for on-site meetings and events.
Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.