Assistant Financial Systems Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Company Description

Who We Are

AIR Communities owns and operates best-in-class apartment communities in major markets across the country. Our communities are managed by team members who are passionate about providing world class customer service to our residents. 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.

Where You Will Work:

Our corporate office 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.

Job Description

Financial Systems Support

• Provide day-to-day support for BlackLine, Kyriba, and other financial applications.
• Troubleshoot user questions, system issues, and reporting requests.
• Assist with maintaining system configurations, workflows, and business rules.
• Help monitor system performance and data integrity.
• Participate in testing system enhancements and upgrades.

Business Partnership

• Partner with Accounting, Treasury, and Finance teams to understand business needs.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes through system capabilities.
• Help document business requirements and support solution implementation.
• Learn how financial close and reconciliation processes are supported through technology.

Process Improvement

• Support initiatives that improve automation, standardization, and operational efficiency.
• Assist with documenting workflows, procedures, and best practices.
• Help identify process improvements and support change management activities.
• Participate in projects that improve the user experience across financial systems.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain system documentation and support materials.
• Assist with operational reporting and reconciliation activities.
• Research and resolve data discrepancies and system exceptions.
• Support audit readiness and knowledge-sharing efforts.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional experience in Accounting, Finance, Financial Systems, Business Systems, or a related field.
• Exposure to BlackLine, Kyriba, or similar financial systems.
• Experience supporting business users or working with financial applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn new systems and develop expertise in financial technology.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with BlackLine (Account Reconciliations, Task Management, Transaction Matching, Variance Analysis, or Financial Close).
• Exposure to Kyriba or other financial workflow automation tools.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Yardi, SAP, Workday, NetSuite, or similar.
• Familiarity with month-end close or accounting processes.
• Experience supporting Finance or Accounting teams.
• Exposure to reporting tools or financial data analysis.
• Experience participating in system implementations, upgrades, or process improvement projects.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate doesn't need to be an expert in BlackLine or financial systems, we're looking for someone with a strong foundation who is excited to learn. If you're naturally curious, enjoy solving problems, and want to grow into a financial systems specialist, we'd love to hear from you.

Core Competencies

• Systems and Process Thinking
• Business Partnership and Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Ownership and Accountability
• Documentation and Knowledge Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Strong Communication and Collaboration
• Attention to Detail and Data Integrity
• Ability to Influence and Drive Alignment Across Teams
• Risk and Control Awareness

What Success Looks Like

• Builds trusted relationships with Accounting, Treasury, and Finance stakeholders.
• Understands both the systems and the business processes they support.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve controls, efficiency, automation, and user experience.
• Maintains high-quality documentation and promotes knowledge sharing.
• Balances daily operational support with long-term strategic improvements.
• Considers business impact, process dependencies, controls, and scalability when making recommendations.
• Helps reduce operational risk by improving transparency, standardization, and support readiness.
• Supports the stability and continuity of AIR's close, reconciliation, and treasury operations through strong governance and process ownership.

Additional Information

What We Offer

AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance including:

• Expected pay range of $68,000 - $90,000 base salary plus annual target bonus. 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.
• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community (a rental application is required, and certain exclusions apply).
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 11 holidays.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

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.