Senior Financial Analyst

Company Description

Since opening our first self-storage facility in 1972, Public Storage has grown to become the world’s largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities. With thousands of locations across the United States and Europe and more than 170 million net rentable square feet, we are also among the largest landlords globally. Recognized as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute, Public Storage is a member of the S&P 500 and FT Global 500. Our common and preferred stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange. As the nation’s leading self-storage provider, we are known for our iconic orange doors and our commitment to delivering simple, reliable storage solutions to millions of customers.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst to support our Operations Finance team. This role is essential for driving financial insights and supporting decision-making processes across our expansive property operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and possess a strong understanding of a multi-unit operator.

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and modeling to support business operations and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial forecasts, budgets, and reporting tools across multiple reporting levels.
• Analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to field leaders.
• Collaborate with various departments to streamline processes and improve financial performance across the company.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the financial health of individual stores and the organization as a whole.
• Track and report business transformation project results, and develop analysis to provide insights into project performance.
• Prepare monthly financial and operational reports.
• Identify trends and variances in financial data to understand the drivers of change and propose solutions for improvement.
• Assist with operational budgeting and variance reporting
• Perform financial analysis for Regions and Divisions to enable better decision making for the field teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of financial analysis experience
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques, with exceptional analytical skills.
• Advanced knowledge of software tools such as Microsoft Excel, financial modeling software, and ERP systems.
• Experience with SQL and Business Intelligence and Analytics platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, including dashboard and report development.
• Demonstrated ability using analysis in a problem-solving manner rather than just as a caretaker, by developing new analysis and improving existing analytical methods.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information succinctly.
• Strong work ethic and self-review essential to make sure analysis is ‘right first time and on-time’.
• Self-starter with high intellectual curiosity and ability to multi-task/meet strict reporting timelines.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Additional Information

One of our core values is working as OneTeam. We believe in the value of in-person collaboration while recognizing the importance of flexibility. Public Storage teammates are expected to work in the office five days per week, with the option to use up to three flexible remote-work days each month.

Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this posting. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions or requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide training plans or support for F-1 OPT, STEM OPT extensions, or future visa sponsorship.