Finance Associate

Associate – FinanceHealthpeak Properties is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) and an S&P 500 company. We specialize in owning, operating, and developing high-quality real estate focused on healthcare discovery and delivery. Our impressive portfolio includes nearly 50 million square feet of medical outpatient buildings, lab and life science facilities and Senior Assisted Living centers throughout the country.This hybrid role offers an opportunity to contribute to the evolving landscape of real estate finance within a leading publicly traded REIT. The Associate – Finance will operate at the intersection of operational finance, advanced analytics, and emerging AI-enabled tools to improve operational visibility and support smarter, faster, and more data-driven decision-making. Working closely with finance, asset management, and operations teams, this individual will analyze property- and portfolio-level performance and translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytically driven finance professional with strong communication and presentation skills, capable of effectively conveying insights to finance team and cross-functional stakeholders. This position offers meaningful exposure to key areas of the business, including portfolio performance and operational finance, while providing strong opportunities for professional growth and expanded responsibility within a dynamic real estate investment platform.Key Responsibilities:Analyze operating performance across properties and portfolios, leveraging advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across revenue, expenses, occupancy, and NOIPerform detailed property- and portfolio-level performance analysis, evaluating operating drivers such as lease activity, expense trends, and operating margins to support informed business decisionsWork with operations, asset management, and portfolio teams to provide financial insights and help identify opportunities to improve property performance and control costsAssist with the preparation and monitoring of operating budgets and forecasts by analyzing historical results and performance trendsAssist in the preparation of quarterly financial materials and earnings support, including performance analysis, variance explanations, and data-driven insightsPrepare reports, presentations, and dashboards using tools such as Power BI or Excel to communicate financial and operational results to internal stakeholdersHelp improve reporting processes by supporting automation initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analysis toolsMaintain high standards of data accuracy, financial model integrity, and analytical consistency to support reliable reporting and decision-makingPosition RequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field2+ years of experience in corporate finance, FP&A, real estate finance, or a related analytical roleProficiency in financial modeling and Excel, with strong PowerPoint and presentation skillsStrong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize large datasets and translate insights into strategic recommendationsExperience analyzing financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statementsDemonstrated ability to leverage automation, analytics tools, or AI-enabled platforms to improve financial processesAbility to manage multiple priorities and initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentLocal candidates onlyPreferred:Experience working with real estate investment trusts (REITs) or commercial real estate financeExperience using data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms)Experience using AI-enabled productivity tools or financial analytics platforms to enhance reporting and decision-makingOffering a salary of $90k - $110k/yr plus generous cash incentives