Finance Manager - East Real Estate Operations

AIR Communities; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + 15% annual bonus

Rent discount

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with company contributions

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

AIR Communities is seeking a Finance Manager for the East Operations Team in Bethesda, MD. You will oversee critical finance data analyses, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning to drive revenue growth and cost control.

Based in our in-house Bethesda office, you will support regional leaders on financial performance and budget stewardship, while shaping FP&A and capital planning within the division. AIR offers a competitive package and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in Finance and Operations; Real Estate experience is a plus.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Strong data modeling experience.
• Strong business writing skills.
• Experience with SQL Server and databases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze Operations Finance data to increase revenue and minimize costs.
• Diagnose complex situations, and present possible solutions to business leaders.
• Guide regional leaders on financial performance, providing direction and budget responsibility.
• Participate in monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and multi-year planning.
• Tackle FP&A, Capital Planning, Revenue Management, and Decision Support initiatives.
• Assist with analysis related to significant transactions such as property sales, acquisitions and capital expenditures.

Skills

Financial acumen

Data modeling

Business writing

SQL Server

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SQL Server

Job description

Company Description

When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.

If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us!

Where You Will Work

Our regional corporate office is located in Bethesda, MD.

Company Description

AIR Communities is one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality communities across the country! 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.

We seek motivated professionals who excel in customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

If you're inclined towards more challenging tasks and aspire to exceed expectations, our environment may align better with your ambitions, join us!

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

We are hiring a Finance Manager to join our East Operations Team in Bethesda, MD who will:

• Prepare, review, and analyze critical Operations Finance data to increase revenue and minimize costs.
• Diagnose complex situations, and present possible solutions to business leaders..
• Responsible for guiding regional leaders on financial performance, providing direction and support for maintaining budget responsibility.
• Participate in monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and multi-year strategic planning.
• Tackle challenging problems in support of company financial and analytics disciplines (i.e. FP&A, Capital Planning, Revenue Management, Decision Support, Acquisitions).
• Assist with analysis related to significant transactions such as property sales, acquisitions and capital expenditures.

Keys to Success

• Energized and Resilient: You are optimistic, and display a positive attitude. You're determined, and maintain composure under stress.
• Detail Oriented: You are consistently accurate, have an eye for detail and would always spot an error.
• Nimble Problem Solver: You proactively call out problems, while also providing recommendations and solutions. You are optimistic, and say "Yes!" to finding an answer.
• Team Focused: You help team members see the importance of what they are doing. You provide guidance when needed, and have a track record of developing others; providing both constructive feedback and encouragement.
• Champion of Change and Innovation: You adapt to changing circumstances readily. You are passionate about seeing your company succeed, and find opportunities to champion ideas that make us better.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in Finance and Operations. Real Estate experience is a plus.
• Strong financial acumen
• Strong data modeling experience
• Strong business writing skills
• Experience with SQL Server and databases is a plus

Additional Information

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:

• Expected base salary of $100,000- $125,000. 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.
• Base salary plus 15% annual bonus.
• 25% Rent Discount available
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) plus 6% company contributions.
• Paid Vacation, 14 Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 15 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

What You Need To Know

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 10/16/2026. 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.