Finance Analyst

AVISTA SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT LLC • Mesa, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Avista Senior Living is seeking a FINANCIAL ANALYST to join our team. The Financial Analyst at Avista Senior Living plays a critical role in supporting financial planning, operational analysis, and strategic decision-making across our senior living communities. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, deal analysis, reporting, and performance analytics, with a strong focus on translating financial and operational data into actionable insights that improve community-level performance and and overall portfolio results. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site healthcare or senior living environment.

Requirements

• Analytical thinking & data interpretation
• Business partnership mindset
• Attention to detail & accuracy
• Ownership & accountability
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the annual budgeting process across assigned communities
• Assist with monthly and quarterly forecasting, including variance analysis and updates
• Partner with operators to ensure alignment between financial targets and operational expectations
• Build and maintain pro-forma financial models for acquisitions, new developments, and strategic initiatives
• Support deal flow analysis, including scenario modeling and sensitivity testing
• Evaluate financial viability and performance expectations of potential opportunities
• Execute data analytics projects to identify trends, risks, and performance drivers across communities
• Develop actionable insights to support operational improvement and cost optimization
• Partner with leadership to translate data into strategic recommendations
• Maintain and analyze operational dashboards (including SeniorLytics or similar platforms)
• Monitor key performance indicators across occupancy, revenue, labor, and expenses
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting tools
• Prepare recurring financial reports for leadership and operational teams
• Develop end-of-month financial commentary for communities, including variance explanations and key drivers
• Support executive reporting needs with clear, concise financial insights
• Identify cost reduction opportunities across labor, supplies, and operational expenses
• Support implementation of cost control strategies in partnership with regional and community leaders
• Track savings initiatives and measure financial impact over time
• Support special projects, strategic initiatives, and executive requests as needed
• Provide financial modeling and analytical support for business decisions

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus structure
• Paid time off
• Full benefits package with health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program that includes free counseling for all employees
• Career and Job mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees