Director of Business Analytics

Company: Sterling Management, LLC
Location: Fargo
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Posted Friday, April 11, 2025 at 6:00 AMJoin Sterling Management - the most reliable, well-managed and transparent REIT management firm.The Director of Business Analytics is responsible for delivering insights that guide decision-making, optimize business processes, and align data with organizational goals across both the Goldmark and Sterling portfolios. This role will partner closely with leadership to identify opportunities, create data-driven solutions, and drive impactful results through the development and evolution of Business Intelligence tools and processes.At Sterling, all our team members significantly contribute to our Company's vision of being the most reliable, well-managed and transparent REIT management firm in the United States. Our mission is to provide low-risk and income-producing real estate investment opportunities to our investors. Ultimately, Sterling exists to serve investors by providing solid and consistent returns. The Director of Business Analytics role strengthens our Company's mission and vision by effectively managing the governance and corporate affairs elements of each REIT while positively contributing to the Company's overall strategic initiatives. The Director of Business Analytics will take pride in serving others and delivering a caring and professional experience for our residents, our client-owners, our investors, and our fellow team members.Starting salary $95,000 annualized (or more based on experience).We're looking for someone who:

• Is highly analytical and detail-oriented.
• Thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment.
• Enjoys mentoring and leading others.
• Communicates effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Is passionate about driving business success through data.Role Responsibilities:
  • Lead financial analytics and reporting for Goldmark and Sterling via various technology tools and resources including Power BI and Yardi.
  • Summarize monthly financial performance by market and focused properties.
  • Track quarterly performance of multifamily and commercial portfolios against performance requirements and benchmarks.
  • Forecast future performance of the portfolios and provide strategic insight on capital structure, acquisitions/dispositions, and value-add enhancements.
  • Perform risk analyses and calculate property-level investment returns.
  • Monitor market trends and proactively communicate any focus areas or opportunities identified to the respective executive and/or senior leader.
  • Work with the COO and VPs to monitor the property business plans with Regional Managers and Joint Venture Partners.
  • Identify and communicate successes and/or areas needing improvement and focus.
  • Monitor & Analyze Field Staff trends, including monitoring dashboards and property costs as it relates to internal personnel.
  • Responsible for leading the overall development and philosophy behind the annual budget process for managed properties, this includes creating the initial drafts of each property budget managed.
  • Identify monthly opportunities for improvement within the portfolio and properties.
  • Partner with peers across the senior leadership team to develop, update, and coordinate training of Operational Procedures and policies for residential and commercial property management.Experience and Education:Required:
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or related field.
    • 5+ years of experience in financial analysis or business analytics.
    • Strong skills in Excel, Power BI, SQL, and financial modeling.
    • Proficient in verbal and written English communication.Preferred:
      • Experience with Yardi Property Management Software.
      • Strong leadership background with the ability to motivate and guide teams.
      • Solid understanding of budgets, financial statements, and investment strategy.Benefits:
        • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurances.
        • HSA and FSA Options.
        • 401(k) with Company Match.
        • Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Personal and Volunteer Days.
        • "YOU" Days - 1 paid day each quarter just for you!Sterling Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
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