Senior Financial Analyst

About Fairfield If you’re driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, you might be a fit for Fairfield. We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry and we’re passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find opportunities to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger. Come build your future with us! About the Role The Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance supports corporate‑level planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis to inform strategic and investment decisions. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Finance, this role delivers core FP&A outputs including budget, forecast, variance analysis, and capital planning using modern platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Power BI Direct Lake. The position builds and maintains models, dashboards, and reporting that translate complex data into actionable insights, while developing AI‑enabled workflows that improve forecasting accuracy, reduce cycle time, and enhance decision‑making. This is a hybrid role: three days onsite and two days remote; candidates must reside within commuting distance of our corporate office in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego, CA. What You’ll Do Reporting & Performance Insights : Complete monthly, quarterly, and year‑end reporting; analyze and interpret financial and operating data for business units; maintain standardized reporting and analysis that explains key variances, trends, and performance drivers. Forecasting Models & Dashboards : Develop and maintain sophisticated financial forecasting models and dashboards; manage complex models, spreadsheets, and databases; project cash and working capital needs. Investment and Valuation Support : Familiar with investment returns & waterfalls (IRR, multiples, NPV); understand asset valuation and various pro‑forma models (DCF); complete ad‑hoc projects to aid management and investors in strategy and investment decisions. Executive Presentations & Partnership : Create presentations for senior management; collaborate with all levels of employees and management to maximize performance and results; be detailed, organized, and a strong team player. Compliance & Training : Complete company‑required training by established deadlines; comply with all Fairfield standards, health and safety rules, and applicable local, state, and federal laws. Other Duties : Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned. What We Offer Fairfield provides a robust benefits package with a focus on quality of care and affordability. Benefits include competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, paid time off (including sick days and volunteer time off), medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, and life insurance. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics (advanced degree is a plus). 5+ years of relevant financial analyst experience; real estate industry experience is a plus. Experience with Adaptive Planning, Tableau, and multidimensional databases is a plus. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining complex financial models used for forecasting, variance analysis, and executive decision support, with clear documentation and structured assumptions. Proven ability to convert large or complex data sets into actionable insights through dashboards, KPI reporting, and concise executive‑ready narratives and visuals. Experience managing multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment (monthly/quarterly cycles), balancing accuracy, speed, and stakeholder communication. Strong financial analysis knowledge, complex financial modeling, advanced Excel and Microsoft Office capability, financial statement fluency, KPI development, dashboarding and data visualization, data management and analytical rigor, investment return analysis, valuation and DCF pro‑forma understanding, cash flow and working capital forecasting, organization and attention to detail, prioritization and deadline management, independence and ownership mindset, collaboration and stakeholder partnership, and professional communication and executive presentation skills. Estimated Rate of Pay $100,00.00 - $120,000.00 (exempt; annual salary). The range reflects base rate only and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position. Job Duties Work safely and cooperatively with others, including supervisors; adhere to performance standards despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully; ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and company policies. EEO Statement Pursuant to the Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinances, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry, dedicated to developing our staff through robust training and promoting from within. #J-18808-Ljbffr