Financial Analyst

AIR Communities•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

AIR Communities is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their three-year Medley Analyst Rotational Program. This program is designed to develop future multifamily real estate leaders through six, six-month rotations across key business functions such as FP&A, Operations Finance, Debt Capital Markets, Insights, Investments, Asset Management, and Revenue & Performance. Analysts will gain a comprehensive understanding of the real estate investment lifecycle, contribute to meaningful projects, and receive robust training in technical expertise, industry knowledge, and professional development. Upon completion, analysts will transition into a permanent role aligned with business needs and their skills. The program is physically located in Denver, CO or Chicago, IL, and is a 5-day a week, fully on-site position. The 2027 Analyst Program begins in January or July 2027, and candidates must be graduating with a bachelor's or master's degree between December 2026 and June 2027.

Requirements

Graduating with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between December 2026 and June 2027, preferably with a major in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Analytics, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field (but not required).
Strong desire to learn how to be a well-rounded multifamily investment, asset management, and operations professional
Experience with MS Excel
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skill
A commitment to doing things differently and making the world a little bit better
A naturally collaborative nature

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth analysis of large, complex datasets to uncover actionable insights related to asset performance, market dynamics, and resident behavior.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Finance, Asset Management, and Capital Finance —to support strategic initiatives and drive portfolio optimization.
Build and enhance dashboards, reports, and presentations that translate data into compelling narratives for internal stakeholders.
Assist in financial planning and analysis activities, including budget variance reviews, forecasting, and mid-year reforecasting processes.
Contribute to process improvement efforts through documentation, training support, and testing of new systems and tools.
Leverage advanced business intelligence platforms (e.g., Databricks, Power BI, Entrata, Oracle PBCS) to support data visualization and performance reporting.
Audit and validate key operational datasets to ensure data integrity and usability across business functions.
Participate in high-impact, ad hoc projects that inform executive decision-making and shape business strategy.
Participate in targeted professional development and financial skills training.

Benefits

Expected pay rate of $80,000 plus annual target bonus.
25% Rent Discount at any AIR community
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
pet insurance.
Consumer discounts on various products and services.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth .