Development Analyst at Goodman
Development Analyst provides critical analytical, financial, and operational support to the Commercial Manager, ensuring accurate data management and comprehensive cost reporting across the Development Business Unit. The role fosters collaboration with Finance and Project Administration teams to maintain precise project allocations and actively engages stakeholders through key meetings.
Core Responsibilities
Deliver accurate and timely reporting, lead monthly cost reviews, support audits and compliance activities, and drive continuous improvements in financial systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Day to Day Responsibilities
Ensure all data is accurately presented for Commercial Manager reporting and functions
Monthly review of YARDI data and information and update within as required
Understand and implement Capital Cost Management Policy / Delegations of Authority
Understand the feasibility model
Conduct monthly review and management of cost reporting, identifying issues and ensuring rectification
Manage non-cash items (e.g. Gross Void, Amortised, Rentalised, Incentives)
Work with the Finance team to ensure the correct costs and allocations are made into projects for accurate month-end costs by managing the Project Accounting Register
Monitor and manage (as necessary) book value and cost to complete, ensuring proper closure of jobs and transfer of balances
Monitor and manage Cap Stats allocations and Cap Interest
Assist with preparing Profit Reconciliations and Completion Reports
Work with Finance and Project Admins to ensure correct costs and allocations in projects
Assist Project Administrators in resolving financial issues in YARDI
Set Up + Review Lease Approval Forms (LAF) in line with current approvals
Ensure Job Set-Ups reflect approvals and verify correct implementation in YARDI
Ensure units / vacancy (if applicable) has been set up and / or ensure rental charges are set-up in a timely manner
Prepare Contractor Due Diligence Forms to assess capability reviews for tender recommendations and sign-off
Prepare Customer Due Diligence Forms to assess and recommend appointments
Ongoing account management and liaison with Equifax
Manage monthly registers including arrears, incoming & outgoing bank guarantees and bonds paid to authorities
Track and manage Holding Deposits ensuring correct return or offset
Track CM3 exception reports
Process ad-hoc invoices as required
Process returns or offsets of Holding Deposits
Support audit programmes, including ASAE**** (Internal Controls) and end-of-year financial statement audits
Ensure the implementation of Stakeholder Commencement and Completion meetings for projects
Monthly tracking / progress of DTP
Manage DTP requirements between Stabilised, Finance and Development teams
Update internal registers (e.g. National Development Allocation List) to ensure they reflect the latest data
Prepare internal presentations for bi-monthly National business unit meetings
Assist with management of the Standard Form Register, Developments Hub and WH&S Register
Update pro-forma templates as required by the team
Save documents to SaGe database
Assist with document tracking (e.g. Development Management Deeds, D&C Contracts, Agreement for Lease and Lease, etc)
Continual process improvement within Business Unit
Qualifications
1-2 years' experience in the property industry, property development and asset management processes in the industrial real estate sector
Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Experience with YARDI or similar property management/accounting systems
Understanding of capital cost management, feasibility modelling, and project accounting
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint
Familiarity with integrating finance and operational systems (e.g. Yardi, Procore, Monday.com) for improved reporting and process automation (desirable)
Experience working within a global or multi-region environment, collaborating with distributed teams
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Study assistance for postgraduate and undergraduate courses
Discretionary bonus scheme
Eligibility to participate in Goodman's share scheme
Wellness program that focuses on health and wellbeing, including exercise classes, meditation, yoga, social events, exclusive discounts, cooking classes, financial wellbeing seminars and more
About Goodman
Goodman is a provider of essential infrastructure. We own, develop and manage high quality, sustainable logistics properties and data centres in major global cities, that are critical to the digital economy. We're a collaborative team with a shared vision to make the world a better place for our customers, our investors, our people, and the communities we operate in. We value innovation, integrity, determination, and sustainability, and our purpose is simple: to make space for greatness in everything we do. Goodman encourages innovation at every level. We seek individuals who are eager to challenge conventional thinking, drive change, and develop new ideas that contribute to a sustainable and successful business. Your creativity and forward-thinking approach can make a tangible difference today and long into the future.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development and Sales
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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