The Manager, Finance partners directly with the Director, Finance and directly manages the Senior Financial Analyst to support in the execution of the company's financial strategy and day-to-day operations. This position blends traditional financial planning and analysis (FP&A) responsibilities with corporate development support and commercial finance.
The Manager, Finance provides hands-on support and preparation of financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting, and strategic analysis. This position works collaboratively with cross-functional leaders, is responsible for day-to-day finance operations, and provides guidance to other members of the Finance team as needed. This position is well suited for a highly analytical finance professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial culture and is eager to help elevate financial rigor and sophistication within a private equity (PE) sponsored organization.
Austin Texas Corporate Office-TX-CO
Austin, Texas-based Keller Williams Realty, LLC is the world's largest real estate franchise by agent count with a global network of offices and affiliated agents. The franchise is No. 1 in units and sales volume in the U.S. Since 1983, the company has cultivated an agent-centric, technology-driven, and education-based culture that rewards affiliated agents. If you're ready to join an award-winning team that champions bold innovation, puts people and service at the heart of business, and empowers you to make a real impact, then Keller Williams is where you belong.
Our latest recognition:
- 2026 & 2025 Best Places to Work (Glassdoor)
- 2026 & 2025 Best Place for Working Parents (Best Place for Working Parents)
- 2025 America's Most Admired Workplaces (Newsweek)
- 2025 Top Franchises for Women (Franchise Business Review)
- 2025 Best-Led Companies (Glassdoor)
Financial Planning and Analysis
- Support the company's budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Maintain, and continuously improve, driver-based models, scenario analyses, and performance dashboards
- Support in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages with insights on financial and operational performance drivers with an emphasized focus on cross-functional collaboration with the Accounting function
- Support the development of analytical tools and reporting frameworks that improve visibility into company performance
Corporate Development, Mergers and Acquisitions, and New Financial Programs
- Support financial underwriting and analysis for mergers and acquisitions
- Support in the development of valuation models, operating models, and diligence analyses
- Assist with integration planning and post-acquisition performance tracking, including earnouts
- Support development of financial programs and initiatives designed to drive growth across the organization
Commercial Finance, Capital Markets and Lender Relations
- Support in the development of business cases and financial models for new initiatives and go-to-market strategies
- Provide analytical support to improve financial decision-making across the organization
- Assist with lender reporting and financial analysis related to debt facilities
- Support analysis related to capital structure, financial strategy, and long-term value creation
Board and Executive Reporting
- Assist with preparation of materials for executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and the private equity sponsor
- Support the development of financial analysis and strategic content used in board reporting packages
- Ensure consistency, accuracy, and clarity in financial information presented to senior leadership
Team Building and Leadership
- Hire, train, develop, mentor, and manage the performance of a team
- Support in the establishment and championing of best practices in financial modeling, reporting, and cross-functional business partnering
- Support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the Finance team
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or closely related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in corporate finance, FP&A, transaction advisory, corporate development, investment banking, or PE-backed environments, including a minimum of two (2) years in a formal or informal supervisory or management role
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
- Demonstrated experience successfully supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
- Proven ability to manage complex analytical projects and work cross-functionally
- Strong understanding of internal controls (SOX compliance) and the documentation and execution of operational processes
- Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal, listening, and presentation communication skills
- Polished and professional demeanor
Preferred Requirements
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Experience with Oracle ERP and Planning, as well as other FP&A tools/solutions
Knowledge
- Advanced knowledge and expertise in corporate finance, FP&A, transaction advisory, corporate development, investment banking, or PE-backed environments
- Strong understanding of internal controls (SOX compliance) and the documentation and execution of operational processes
Skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- Advanced critical thinking and project planning skills
- Advanced data analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Superior verbal, written, interpersonal, listening, and presentation communication skills
- Superior solution and service-oriented skills, with an emphasis on collaboration, problem solving, follow-through, and responsiveness
- Superior relationship building skills, with a proactive and service-oriented approach to working with team members
Abilities
- Ability to lead, develop, motivate, coach, and inspire a high functioning team
- Ability to lead projects and solve problems with minimal supervision and balance multiple projects while working constructively in a team environment
- Ability to demonstrate good judgement and effective problem-solving, with the ability to address complex issues and provide specialized solutions
- Ability to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and adaptability
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
- Ability to demonstrate the highest level of integrity and ethics
- Ability to demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, accountability, and work ethic
- Ability to provide strong customer service through all communication mediums
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act As Amended to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting
- Keyboarding
- Viewing computer monitor
Work is performed in a business office environment. Ability to work extended hours, as required, in support of the company's business needs.
- Medical (including FSA and HSA options)
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with Company Match
- Keller Williams Incentive Plan (KWIP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- On-Demand Mental Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Legal Services
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Floating Holidays