Real Estate Global FP&A Lead

Real Estate Global FP&A LeadReporting to the Real Estate CFO, the Real Estate Global FP&A Lead will have direct responsibility and accountability for managing various global real estate FP&A, budgeting, and expense management processes, including the administration of a global lease and real estate portfolio.Key Responsibilities:Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) 50%Responsible for global FP&A of global lease and real estate portfolioManage 4 FP&A analysts who will be responsible for different regions of the worldManage real estate capital projects budgetDevelop and maintain accurate financial forecasts, including expenses and cash flow projections.Prepare and analyze monthly reporting and analysis.Provide meaningful commentary on financial results, explaining key drivers and variances from budget and prior periods.Conduct in-depth financial analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, and business drivers to support decision-making.Monitor budget variances and proactively identify risks and opportunities.Provide business case support for the real estate strategy teamPartner with Real Estate controllership team to understand accounting implications of Real Estate operational decisionsCommunicate financial results to executive management and key financial stakeholdersBudgeting & Expense Management - 25%Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to prepare global annual operating budgets.Understand Real Estate strategic plans from Portfolio Management team and incorporate into budget.Standardize and centralize global FP&A and accounting processes in partnership with Real Estate controllershipLead central planning tool [Anaplan] implementation for global Real EstateIdentify opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting tools, and analysis techniques.Strategic Initiatives 25%Assist with ad hoc strategic initiatives, including acquisition and divestiture supportQualifications:10+ year experience - Qualified Finance and Accounting professional with a proven track record in a Finance leadership role.Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Excel, Power BI).Strong analytical mindset, problem solving structuring and counselling / influencing senior leaders.Demonstrated strong business and financial acumen as well as advanced change management and project management skills.Demonstrated past success at creating or significantly upgrading the function and instilling a culture of continuous process improvementHighly influential and able to flex leadership style according to the situationExcellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation development and delivery.Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere.Aptitude to multitask, handling multiple projects simultaneouslyMust be able to make decisions after considering alternativesExcellent team playerFor positions based in Connecticut the base salary range is $ 150,000-187,000. In For positions based in New Jersey the base salary range is $149,000-186,000. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.