Finance Manager
2 days ago
Orlando
With a 40+ year commitment to delivering breakthrough customer experiences, seizing initiatives, achieving results, and continuous learning, our award-winning company, Park Square Homes, has an opportunity for a talented Finance Manager to join our team. Known for our entrepreneurial spirit, we have a strong culture rooted in trust, integrity, open communication, and respect, and we make it a point to use good judgment, fairness, and common sense to meet our challenges. Attracting top talent who can thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, family-oriented, efficient, and team-focused environment contributes to our success. Job Overview: The Finance Manager will play a critical role in supporting the financial health and strategic direction of the company. This position requires a strong accounting foundation combined with hands-on FP&A experience, with a deep understanding of the residential homebuilding industry. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable partnering cross-functionally to drive informed decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning • Lead the preparation and management of the annual operating budget and long-range financial forecasts in partnership with department leaders., • Prepare and maintain rolling forecasts and cash flow models to support business needs and leadership decision-making., • Identify and evaluate financial trends, cost drivers, and performance metrics to provide forward-looking insights and strategies. Financial Reporting & Analysis • Produce timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive leadership., • Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) across communities, divisions, and the company as a whole., • Prepare variance analyses and explain financial results compared to budget and forecast., • Deliver ad hoc reporting and financial modeling to support executive and departmental decision-making. Job Cost Management & Operational Support • Monitor construction job costs and provide detailed reporting on cost-to-complete, budget variance, and profitability., • Partner closely with construction, purchasing, and land teams to ensure costs are tracked accurately and efficiently., • Support the monthly closing process by ensuring proper job coding, accruals, and reconciliations are in place., • Partner with Sales, Construction, and Operations leadership to support operational decision-making related to sales pricing strategies, construction starts, and backlog and closings management, providing financial insights to drive timing, profitability, and cash flow outcomes. Land & Development Support • Collaborate with the land acquisition and development teams to underwrite new projects and evaluate financial feasibility., • Build and maintain pro forma models and investment return analyses for current and prospective land deals., • Assist in preparing financial packages and return metrics for investment committee or executive review. Lender & Compliance Management • Coordinate lender draw packages and ensure accuracy in documentation for construction and development financing., • Monitor loan covenant compliance and assist in preparing reports for external financing partners., • Support external audits, tax planning, and compliance filings in collaboration with outside advisors. Process Improvement & Systems • Identify opportunities for improving internal controls, financial processes, and reporting systems., • Participate in or lead the implementation of financial software upgrades or new system integrations as the company scales., • Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data across all platforms and departments. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Accounting degree or equivalent accounting experience required), • 5–7 years of total professional experience in finance and/or accounting, • Demonstrated experience across FP&A and accounting functions, • Direct homebuilding or residential construction industry experience required, • Strong understanding of construction accounting, job costing, and financial modeling, • Experience with homebuilding or construction accounting systems, • Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities Skills: • Strong financial modeling and data analysis skills, • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools, • Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively, • Strong organizational and time management abilities, • Familiarity with homebuilding or construction accounting software, • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, • Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times, • Occasional travel to job sites and regional offices may be required