Senior FP&A Analyst - Atlanta, GA

About this role

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will operate as a strategic partner to business leaders, delivering high-impact financial insights that shape enterprise-wide decision-making. This is a highly visible role that blends core FP&A responsibilities with strategic analysis, executive communication, and cross-functional leadership. Additionally, you will take ownership of key planning processes, influence business outcomes through data-driven insights, and help evolve our FP&A capabilities.

This role will also be instrumental in elevating Cortland’s financial modeling and analytical capabilities, including the development of dynamic models used for scenario planning, capital allocation, and long-term strategy. You will translate complex operational and financial data into actionable insights, enabling leadership to evaluate risks, opportunities, and investment decisions with greater precision. At Cortland, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative finance team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategy and performance. You’ll gain exposure to senior leadership, own meaningful workstreams, and have the opportunity to strategically contribute to the company’s long-term performance and growth.

Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Manage and continuously enhance the annual companywide budgeting and ongoing forecasting

• Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to translate financial results into actionable insights that drive performance

• Partner closely with Corporate Accounting to ensure alignment between actuals, forecasts, and business narratives

• Develop executive-level presentations that clearly breakdown financial performance, key drivers, business trends, risks and opportunities

• Maintain and enhance enterprise level cash flow forecasting and reporting, supporting both short- and long-term cash flow performance and liquidity planning