Sr Manager-Finance at First American

Santa Ana, California, United States

First American Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, Financial Services, Data AnalyticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Strong background in corporate finance, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), and team leadership
  • Experience in partnering cross-functionally and providing insights that shape business strategy
  • Ability to oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, commissions management, and financial operations
  • Knowledge of compliance with corporate policies and industry standards
  • Capability to serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and contribute to strategic initiatives
  • Experience advancing adoption of AI tools for improved analysis and decision-making

Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial models (FP&A)
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to provide financial insights, evaluate investment opportunities, and support strategic decision-making (Strategic Business Partnering)
  • Oversee the calculation, validation, and reporting of commission structures, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance (Ownership of Commissions)
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reports, management dashboards, and variance analyses (Reporting & Compliance)
  • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy (Process Improvement)
  • Champion the adoption of AI-driven solutions within finance to streamline processes, enable deeper statistical analysis, and enhance decision-making (AI & Innovation Leadership)
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and collaboration (Team Leadership)
  • Strengthen internal controls, maintain compliance with corporate policies, and support audit processes (Risk & Controls)
  • Partner with operations, sales, HR, and other departments to align financial strategies (Cross-Functional Collaboration)

Skills

Financial Planning
Budgeting
Financial Reporting
Strategic Finance
Leadership
Variance Analysis
Forecasting

First American

Provides title insurance and real estate services

About First American

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1889Year Founded
$800.2MTotal Funding
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

401k matching
Health, vision, dental insurance
Professional development

Risks

Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.
Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.
Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

Differentiation

First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.
The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.
First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

Upsides

Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.
Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.
Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

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