Senior Financial Analyst- East Real Estate Operations

Company Description

Who We Are

AIR Communities is a Real Estate Investment Trust headquartered in Denver, CO. We are one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality properties in most major markets. At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

Where You Will Work:

Our regional corporate office is located in Bethesda, MD.

AIR values relationships and the benefits from working side by side with teammates, therefore this position will be in-office 5 days a week to support the team.

Job Description

What You Will Do: 

We're looking for a Financial Analyst to join our East Operations Finance team in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you'll help drive business performance through financial analysis, forecasting, modeling, and strategic reporting. You'll partner with leaders across the organization to transform data into actionable insights and support key business decisions.

As a Senior Financial Analyst with the East Operations Finance team, you will help drive business performance through analysis of financial operations while collaborating with business partners from across the organization. A successful analyst will perform data modeling to support monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and strategic decision making.

A bit more about what you'll do...

• You’re an Excel Virtuoso. You naturally gather, structure, and present your data, with an expert level understanding of Excel, including features like Pivot Tables and nested formulas. While not required, VBA knowledge is a plus to help automate processes. Addressing complex problems and developing efficient solutions in Excel is innately exhilarating to you. 
• You’re motivated by AIR Communities values and culture. You’re unique, enthusiastic, inspiring, and fun and you want to join a team that embodies those same characteristics.
• You’re analytical by nature. You like to get to the bottom of things and are a self-starter. Your attention to detail is remarkable. You use knowledge, facts, and information to build out solutions. You have a methodical step-by-step approach to thinking that allows you to break down complex problems into single and manageable components.
• You’re a Numbers Storyteller. You can take a report full of numbers and effectively communicate insightful conclusions about the key points.
• You have a Flair for Technology and Broad Exposure. Your background crosses finance boundaries into computer science and information technology.

A Day in the Life of the Financial Analyst will Include:

• Performs data modeling to support annual budgeting, monthly forecasting and strategic decision making.
• Coordinate and produce monthly senior management reporting regarding organizational performance.
• Assists with accounting and financial reporting to support quarterly earnings releases and board meetings.
• Documents policies and procedures to create process flows.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Deliver financial reporting and analysis that informs operational and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with business leaders to identify trends, evaluate performance, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support planning, forecasting, and investment decisions.
• Prepare reporting and presentations that provide executive leadership with insights into organizational performance.
• Support quarterly earnings and financial reporting activities.
• Contribute to reporting and presentations for senior leadership, the Board of Directors, and shareholders.

A bit more about who you are...

• You’re an Excel Virtuoso. You naturally gather, structure, and present your data, with an expert level understanding of Excel, including features like Pivot Tables and nested formulas. While not required, VBA knowledge is a plus to help automate processes. Addressing complex problems and developing efficient solutions in Excel is innately exhilarating to you. 
• You’re motivated by AIR Communities values and culture. You’re unique, enthusiastic, inspiring, and fun and you want to join a team that embodies those same characteristics.
• You’re analytical by nature. You like to get to the bottom of things and are a self-starter. Your attention to detail is remarkable. You use knowledge, facts, and information to build out solutions. You have a methodical step-by-step approach to thinking that allows you to break down complex problems into single and manageable components.
• You’re a Numbers Storyteller. You can take a report full of numbers and effectively communicate insightful conclusions about the key points.
• You have a Flair for Technology and Broad Exposure. Your background crosses finance boundaries into computer science and information technology.

Keys to Success:

• Analytical: Uses data and financial insights to support sound business decisions.
• Detail-Oriented: Produces accurate, high-quality work with strong attention to detail.
• Problem Solver: Proactively identifies opportunities and develops practical solutions.
• Collaborative: Builds strong partnerships and communicates effectively across teams.
• Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and manages changing priorities.

Qualifications

What You Have

• You have a bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field and at least 3+ years of experience with an extensive understanding of financial concepts, processes and systems.

  Required skills include: expert proficiency in Excel. 

  Highly desirable skills include: experience presenting to senior leaders, proficiency in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), SQL, Power BI, and/or Hyperion. A background in real estate is beneficial, but not required.

• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and executive reporting processes.
• A collaborative, self-motivated approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance including:

• Expected pay rate of $90,000-$100,000 plus 10% annual target bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

What You Need to Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 10/4/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.