Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Department:

Financial Analysis & Fund Accounting

We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.

Department Overview

Financial Planning and Analysis produces internal management reports for the executive and senior leadership as well as budgeting & forecasting materials.

The Impact You Will Have

As an FP&A Senior Analyst, you will work as a member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team to provide senior and executive leadership with reports and other financial materials needed to make strategic decisions and manage the internal operations of the business. You will collaborate with teams across the company, including Accounting, Financial Reporting, Internal Audit, Investor Relations, Business Development, Human Resources, and Marketing. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to various aspects of commercial real estate finance within a publicly traded company.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for senior management to provide insights on financial performance (e.g., monthly, quarterly, and annual reports).

• Gather and analyze data to support the preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and budgets.

• Identify areas for process improvement and suggest and implement process improvements

• Work closely with the FP&A team to perform ad hoc requests and projects & perform other duties as assigned.

• Attendance is generally 8:30 am – 5:30 pm EST Monday through Friday with the ability to work up to 2 of those days remotely

Education and Experience

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Data Science, or related field.

• 2 years of public accounting experience

• CPA preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, professional presentation, and keen attention to details.

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Discretion in dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information.

• Ability to meet key tight/changing deadlines and multitask

• Skilled in Microsoft Excel

• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders

This position has an estimated base salary of $75,000 - $90,000 plus discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
    - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
    - Competitive dental and vision benefits
    - 401(k) + match
    - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
    - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
      promote health, engagement, and balance
    - Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
    - Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
    - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Career development opportunities 

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching 

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked 

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace.  We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information.  We