[Remote] Finance Analyst, FP&A Systems & Applications (Anaplan COE Model Builder)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Greystar is a leading global real estate platform specializing in property management and investment management. The Finance Analyst will contribute to the Anaplan Center of Excellence by executing model updates, supporting requirements gathering, and assisting with training and documentation related to Anaplan implementations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Anaplan Center of Excellence organization by supporting best practice development, participating in proof-of-concepts, and bringing fresh ideas to the team
• Execute manual updates and Anaplan model updates based on incoming requests, with guidance from senior team members as needed
• Support requirements gathering for small to medium-sized requests, working with users to understand underlying needs and document potential solutions
• Collaborate with technical team members to complete these items and maintain communication with stakeholders throughout
• Test routine updates and enhancements to ensure necessary functionality continues to work and remains user-friendly
• Assist with training, documentation, tracking, prioritization, and delivery of Anaplan implementation tasks
• Participate in the development of Proof of Concept models to demonstrate Anaplan capabilities in real-world scenarios
• Develop, enhance, maintain, and support the accuracy of Anaplan-based models and dashboards under the direction of senior COE team members
• Build understanding of business processes and contribute to solutions that improve functionality, user experience, and data quality within Anaplan
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate where necessary
• Stay current on Anaplan platform updates and related systems, as well as industry best practices in data modeling, planning, and process definition
• Develop working knowledge of the existing Anaplan ecosystem, including model structure and configuration
• Collaborate closely with COE team members to align with Greystar best build practices, model management standards, and project roadmapping
• Build familiarity with Anaplan data sources, including Greystar operational and financial data and connecting systems
• Support ad-hoc analysis and issue resolution by applying Anaplan model knowledge to emerging business questions

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree (IT or technical-related degree preferred)
• Anaplan Certified Model Builder certification (Level 1 and Level 2) required. Candidates actively pursuing certification at time of application will be considered
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience with Anaplan model building. Candidates with equivalent exposure through academic projects, internships, or structured training programs will be considered
• Foundational familiarity with Anaplan integrations (e.g., Anaplan Connect, APIs) is a plus; willingness to develop this knowledge is expected
• Proficiency in Excel, including spreadsheet modeling, pivot tables, formulas, and charts
• Experience supporting end-users, resolving helpdesk or support requests, and basic incident management
• Proficiency in English with the ability to communicate technical topics clearly to non-technical audiences
• Solid problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented approach and a desire to understand root causes
• Ability to communicate clearly about technical work, including translating model behavior or data issues into plain language for stakeholders
• Comfortable working with direction and feedback from senior team members while developing independent judgment over time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Inclusive and collaborative by nature, contributing to a team environment where ideas are shared openly
• Ability to manage and sort large volumes of data in Excel
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of accounting, finance, or FP&A concepts, with an interest in translating those into effective Anaplan solutions
• Demonstrates an automation-focused mindset, actively looking for opportunities to streamline manual processes and improve solution scalability
• ETL tool experience is preferred but not required
• Exposure to Lean or Agile working environments is a plus

Benefits

• In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.
• In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage; costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service.
• Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
• For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
• 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
• 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
• Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
• Charitable giving program and benefits.

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