Financial Trainer

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The Financial Trainer is responsible for leading the organization’s financial strategy for operations, serving as a subject matter expert and advisor whose work directly impacts financial accuracy, forecasting and operational decision making across the portfolio.

The Financial Trainer will be responsible for developing and delivering comprehensive training programs focused on financial operations within the multifamily industry. This role requires expertise in reclass and accruals, variance reporting, cash analysis, revenue forecasting, budgeting, and rent roll analysis.

• Develop and curate financial training materials for operations, ensuring relevance to required deliverables that Operations completes for monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual financials for our client partners
• Conduct in person and virtual training sessions including workshops and hands-on learning, for Community Managers, Regional Managers and Regional Vice Presidents, on key financial concepts such as monthly financial reporting, cash analysis, revenue forecasting, budget performance and real-world financial scenarios related to multifamily housing.
• Collaborate with Operations, Accounting, L&D and Performance Leadership to identify training needs and tailor programs to address specific operational challenges and objectives.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry trends, financial regulations, and best practices to provide the most current training content.
• Conduct training sessions at various locations, ensuring consistent training delivery across the organization.
• Interprets financial policies, accounting guidelines, and operational standards to develop training content that ensures consistent application across regions
• Determines financial competencies required for operational leadership roles.
• Independently evaluates gaps in financial acumen and prioritizes training initiatives based on business risk and performance impact.
• Makes recommendations that influence operational financial practices, mitigate financial risk, and improve budget adherence and forecasting accuracy across the portfolio
• Serves as a trusted financial training advisor to Regional and Executive Operations leadership, influencing how financial results are interpreted and acted upon across the portfolio
• Operates with substantial autonomy in planning, prioritizing, and executing training initiatives, receiving direction primarily in the form of organizational goals rather than specific instructions

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field. Experience may substitute for education.
• Two Three years of experience in financial operations within the multifamily industry,
• Knowledge of multifamily financial operations, including monthly financial reporting, cash analysis, revenue forecasting, NOI drivers, and budgeting processes.
• Skilled in financial analysis and with proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting.
• Skilled in training & facilitation to deliver engaging, effective in-person and virtual sessions.
• Skilled in communication, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts in an understandable manner.
• Skilled in developing training materials and curriculums tailored to diverse audiences.
• Ability to anticipate operational needs adapt effectively and continuously update knowledge and skills.
• Ability to manage time independently to meet business objectives, including travel and training demands.
• Ability to tailor training content to different roles
• Ability to build trust and rapport across field and corporate teams

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to read documents, computer screens and data
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items such as files or office supplies weighing up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse and other office equipment

Work Environment:

• This is a hybrid role, requiring the associate to work in one of our corporate or regional offices 4 days per week
• The office is an open setting which may include bright lights, constant noises and distractions   

Join RPM Living and experience exceptional benefits designed to enhance your life.

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community
  
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates 
  
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs
  
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
  
• 401(k) with robust company match 
  
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans
  
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
  
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days
  
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)

Employment with RPM Living is contingent upon successful completion of a background check as local and federal state requires, and possession of a valid driver's license.

RPM Living participates in E-Verify. For more information, see the E-Verify Participation Poster and the Right to Work Poster.

RPM Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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