Job Description:

The Sr. Real Estate Financial Analyst is responsible for the creation, reporting and analysis of key real estate information and processes to improve the knowledge, execution and operational efficiency of the department and function. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line's core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following key duties:Create annual occupancy, capital and other real estate budgets in coordination with Real Estate leadership. Managing and maintaining budgets throughout the year including forecasting, analysis and reporting.Create, maintain, and distribute internal real estate reporting as well as analyze trends, financial information in order to report to Real Estate and business management.Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end lease accounting including management of accruals, period end accounting requests, and other items as neededIntegrate lease accounting functions into the lease management system (Lucernex). Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on transition and on-going management of key reporting and analysis.Assists Manager, Lease Management in lease system reviews and data management to drive process efficiencies and data continuity. Creates reporting with lease management system.Analyze and improve internal processes and procedures. Recommend improvements and collaborate with internal and external teams to implement change.Coordinate and assist with internal and external auditor requests.Assist with integration of shared service model for Real Estate with all JD USA brands (Shoe Palace, DTLR, JD, Finish Line)Assist with cross functional initiativesProvide store performance data, analytics and scenario analysis through proforma dashboards in order to assist in strategic property decision making (ie. lease renewals, store closures, etc).Continuous collaboration with numerous stakeholders, across Finance, Merchandising, Retail and Real Estate, to ensure the credibility and relevance of key assumptions within the appraisal process.Ad hoc analysis and reporting, supporting financial investment in new store opportunities and decision making for the existing estateDevelop analysis and generate reports using various criteria such as property type, location, occupancy and performance metrics to enhance business partners' understanding of the current store portfolio.Develop a consistent reporting structure across the North American Real Estate teams, in order to streamline the analysis of financial data and store performance metrics.Serve as a resource for financial analysis to numerous stakeholders across all North American banners in Real Estate, including Leasing, Lease Management, Store Development and Site Research.Extract data from various sources and merge data into meaningful reports.Present results of analysis in a clear and concise plete ad hoc projects for senior and executive management.Additional responsibilities as assigned.Required Education andor ExperienceBachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university in Finance or Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional 3+ years additional experience as an Analyst, with real estate experience strongly preferred. Required Computer andor Technical SkillsShould have strong proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office and the Google Suite, with advanced Excel capabilities. Proficiency in Smartsheets is also preferred.Core CompetenciesPrevious exposure to income statements, financial models and performance metrics is essential. Previous experience in a retail environment is advantageous, but not required. This role requires a sound grasp of the key commercial drivers of store performance within a retail environment, as well as an eye for detail and accuracy. Must be able to work in a team environment, while successfully working on your own initiative and in a proactive manner. Good time management and the ability to juggle multiple tasks at one time is key.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sit for more than 6 hours per shiftUse hands to finger, handle and feelReach with hands and armsTalk andor hearStand for up to 4 hours at a time regularlyWalk or move from one location to anotherPeriodically may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouchLift andor move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionallyPunctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company's policies are required for the position.Average work week is 40-50 hours, which can vary depending on business needs.The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting.The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per company policy.