The Lead Finance Analyst, Pricing is responsible for advanced analysis supporting entrance fee forecasting, pricing recommendations, and valuation drivers. This role develops models, conducts back‑testing and scenario analysis, and prepares decision‑ready analytics for Regional Teams and Ownership. In addition, this role will help implement controls and standardization for pricing across all communities.

This role performs work under minimal supervision and handles complex issues and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Pricing.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain and enhance forecasting models (unit availability, refunds, NEF budget, promissory notes) and document drivers

• Perform market/in‑place pricing analytics and support dynamic pricing and incentive recommendations

• Provide decision support to Sales & Marketing to enable the right offering to prospects

• Perform trend analysis and back‑testing to improve assumptions and forecast accuracy

• Prepare individual financial qualification calculations for prospective residents and provide summary/output to community Sales & Marketing and Executive Director

• Prepare return analysis and valuation driver analytics for Ownership’s review

• Support Regional Finance on questions that impact valuation assumptions and pricing decisions

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Required qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; or equivalent experience
  • 4–6 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, analytics, pricing, or strategic finance roles
  • Advanced Excel skills, financial modeling, and analytical skills; comfort working with data warehouses/BI tools
  • Strong understanding of financial statements, planning processes, and performance drivers
  • Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex analysis for senior audiences
  • Proven track record of delivering high‑impact analytical work
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and respond to requests from leadership
  • Professional judgment, discretion, and willingness to learn
  • Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.

Why Join Us?

Industry Leader.

Inclusive & collaborative culture.

Top Workplace USA.

Top Workplace Iowa.

Charity and community involvement.

Outstanding advancement opportunities.

Ongoing career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

Additional Information

Travel frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary: $85,000 - $106,000

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.