Analyst, Financial

City

Irvine

State

California

Job Location

Irvine Regional Office (Derian)

Position Type

Regular

The Analyst, Financial will provide analytical, financial, and operational support with a strong emphasis on budgeting, workforce cost analysis, and project-based reporting. This role will work closely with the FP&A Manager on ad hoc analyses, data modeling, and operational support for annual planning cycles. The analyst will be responsible for maintaining accurate data, producing recurring and ad hoc reports, and assisting with cross-functional initiatives that impact workforce planning and financials.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Support the FP&A Manager with financial modeling, workforce cost analysis, forecasting, and ad hoc data requests.

• Assist in maintaining accurate headcount and compensation data to support salary planning and financial modeling.

• Conduct extensive audits and data validations across payroll, compensation, benefits, and workforce data to ensure accuracy, compliance with internal controls, and integrity of financial and HR reporting.

• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, contributing insights and operational support.

• Perform additional administrative or analytical duties as assigned to support overall team operations.

• All other ad hoc reporting and financial analyses as needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field preferred with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in finance, demonstrating a strong grasp of best practices and regulations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel).

• Experience with Workday, Adaptive, and/or Yardi is a plus.

WHAT THE JOB REQUIRES:

• Work is primarily conducted in an office setting. Requires sitting at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.

• Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Minimal physical effort in the day-to-day tasks.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous support to internal stakeholders and team members.

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical, quantitative skills, and a keen attention to detail.

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All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our 12 paid holidays and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.

New hires generally start between $83,000.00 - $102,000.00 per year. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

This role is also eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.