Property Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

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 corporate headquarters is located in the Denver Tech Center. Our office spans the top two floors of the building and features expansive views of the mountains and the downtown skyline.

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.

This role is eligible to sit in Denver, CO or Chicago, IL.

Why AIR?

At AIR Communities, we're building more than apartment communities. We're building careers.

As a Blackstone portfolio company, AIR Communities combines the stability and resources of a globally recognized investment organization with the entrepreneurial environment of a growing real estate company. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, contribute meaningful work from day one, and gain exposure to a sophisticated real estate environment.

What sets us apart:

• Opportunity to grow your career within a respected real estate organization
• Collaborative, supportive team culture focused on development and mentorship
• Fast-paced environment where your contributions matter
• Work alongside talented professionals who are passionate about excellence
• Strong focus on professional growth and continuous learning

Job Description

We are hiring a Manager, FP&A, with a focus on Property G&A to join our Finance team in Chicago, IL or Denver, CO. This role will be responsible for monthly and quarterly financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and special projects. The position requires deep expertise in multifamily operations or asset management, strong executive communication skills, and the ability to effectively partner cross-functionally with internal leaders and Blackstone.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic people leader with a proven ability to design and execute scalable, efficient processes that deliver consistent, decision-ready insights, manage multiple workstreams with urgency, while also developing talent on the team.

What You Will Do:

The Manager will be instrumental in developing and overseeing strategies that support enterprise decision-making by clearly telling the story of financial and operational performance - past, present, and forward-looking and driving actionable recommendations for the business. In close partnership with Operation Teams, Asset Management, and other cross-functional leaders, this role enables strategic decision-making at both the community and portfolio levels.

This leader will bring a strong track record of (a) building cross-functional relationships, (b) analyzing risks and opportunities of a multifamily community and its market, and (c) executing scalable financial processes

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional Property G&A forecasting and planning, including preparation and review of annual budget and rolling and semi-annual reforecasts; partner with key stakeholders (Operations, Tech, Debt teams) to analyze deviations and prepare clear explanations and recommended actions for senior leadership and Blackstone.
• Support the translation of enterprise and Finance strategy into clear, actionable plans across FP&A, aligned to organizational priorities and long-term objectives.
• Create and implement new processes and tools to improve efficiency, leveraging creativity, change management, and influence to gain alignment across stakeholders.
• Oversee enterprise-level reporting and analytics, ensuring monthly and quarterly deliverables are accurate, consistent, and strategically aligned for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Partner with Finance and Operations senior leaders, contributing insights that inform enterprise strategy and performance outcomes.
• Drive large-scale, cross-functional initiatives (e.g., automation, offshoring, operating model redesign) that scale FP&A capabilities and position the company for long-term growth.
• Develop and manage analysts, fostering leadership depth, accountability, and succession planning across the FP&A team.
• Ensure alignment across reporting workstreams, balancing timely execution with long-term value creation.
• Contribute to strengthening the firm’s enterprise reporting foundation, including scalable reporting processes and data-driven decision frameworks.

Keys to Success:

• Energized and Resilient: Optimistic with a positive attitude; resilient under pressure and inclination to drive results with urgency.
• Detail Oriented: Consistently accurate and vigilant about details, always spotting potential errors.
• Nimble Problem Solver: Proactive in identifying challenges, always offering recommendations, and solutions. Innate ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple workstreams concurrently.
• Team Focused: Elevates the team, guiding, developing, and mentoring members for success.
• Champion of Change and Innovation: Adaptable to change, champions innovative ideas, and always seeks to improve.

What You Will Bring:

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience, with strong preference for multifamily finance, asset management, or operations.
• Proven track record building, managing, and mentoring high-performing FP&A teams.
• Deep understanding of real estate fundamentals, portfolio performance, and capital markets.
• Experience supporting complex finance functions or business segments with the ability to influence decisions at the executive level.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate data-driven multifamily performance to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver concise, decision-ready insights in fast-paced environments.
• Advanced analytical expertise with mastery of Excel and PowerPoint, supported by strong accounting and finance fundamentals.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and drive results with minimal direction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Statistics, Math, or related field.
• CFA, CPA, or CMA preferred.

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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 $135,000- $160,000. 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 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 company contributions of a 6% match.
• 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 11/18/2026. 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.