Finance Associate St. Louis, MO Job Description The Finance Associate supports investment analysis, financial modeling, tax compliance, portfolio monitoring, and reporting activities across fund‑ and asset‑level entities. This role collaborates closely with internal teams and external tax partners to drive financial accuracy, tax compliance, and data‑backed investment decision‑making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and a genuine interest in commercial real estate, investments, and taxation. Responsibilities + Support investment analysis and financial modeling for acquisitions, recapitalizations, development, and financing scenarios. + Collaborate with internal teams and external tax partners to ensure financial accuracy and tax compliance. + Monitor and report on portfolio performance across fund‑ and asset‑level entities. + Prepare projections, sensitivities, and investment performance forecasts. + Conduct tax research and support tax compliance activities. + Build, maintain, and audit complex financial models. + Ensure adherence to GAAP compliance and internal controls. Essential Skills + Proficiency in waterfall models, investment analysis, and underwriting. + Ability to work with Excel pivot tables and MS Office Suite. + Experience in preparing financial projections and performance forecasts. + Familiarity with tax returns, K‑1s, 1099s, partnership structures, depreciation rules, and real‑estate tax incentives. + Strong understanding of financial statements and GAAP compliance. + 1–4 years of experience in financial analysis, tax, public accounting, or real estate finance. + Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and strong MS Office capabilities. + Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and fundamental tax concepts. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. + CPA certification is strongly preferred. + Previous exposure to commercial real estate, investment analysis, or private equity is preferred. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Highly detailed, organized, and able to balance multiple deadlines. Work Environment The work environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and deadline-oriented, involving interaction with investment, asset management, tax, accounting, and property management teams. The role offers exposure to acquisitions, dispositions, financing, investor relations, and strategic decision-making, with a blend of independent analytical work and team‑based project execution Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of St. Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Intelica Benefits Summary (2025–2026) Enrollment: Aug 13–20, effective Sept 1. Must elect coverage. Medical Plans (Anthem): - HDHP + HSA: $4,000 ded / $7,000 OOP max; $0 employee premium; HSA limit $4,300/$8,550. - PPO + HRA: $4,000 ded (you pay $2,000); $6,900 OOP max; $30 PCP; $70 specialist. Mental Health: Free EAP, Talkspace, LiveHealth, 988 hotline. Wellbeing Rewards: Up to $200 for preventive care & digital wellness. Dental (Guardian): Low & High plans; Preventive 100%; High plan ortho included. Vision (EyeMed): $10 exam; $130 frames; $150 contacts. Life & Disability: Voluntary life up to $300k; STD 60% to $1,500/wk; LTD 60% to $6,000/mo. Extras: Pet benefits; GeoBlue international coverage; STL cancer support community. Key Contacts: Claims—Colleen Waldron; Eligibility—Danielle Westfall; Advisor—Koryssa Annis. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.