Lead Analyst Reporting

About the role

The Lead Analyst, Reporting is responsible for owning key reporting and compliance deliverables end to end, ensuring financial reporting outputs are accurate, consistent, and delivered on established timelines. This role leads preparation of complex schedules (including covenant reporting packages and board/owner reporting), performs analytical reviews and data validation, and drives standardization and continuous improvement in partnership with BI and upstream data owners. This role performs work under minimal supervision and handles complex issues and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.   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:  Own assigned monthly CAM reporting deliverables, including data validation, variance investigation, and stakeholder follow ups  Prepare board/owner packet schedules and respond to non standard board/owner reporting requirements with strong documentation and controls  Prepare and submit assigned regulatory and industry reports, ensuring compliance with defined formats, deadlines, and supporting documentation  Prepare medical expense deduction datasets and insurance claim reporting packages; ensure completeness, consistency, and traceability to source systems  Prepare debt covenant calculations and lender/holder reporting packages, maintaining an audit trail of inputs, definitions, and adjustments  Perform exception reporting and data governance checks between systems; coordinate resolution of data issues with BI, IT, and source process owners  Maintain and continuously improve reporting calendars, trackers, templates, and standard work instructions  Support third party compliance activities (sales & use tax, personal property tax, unclaimed property, renewals/appeals) by providing accurate schedules, reconciling support, and coordinating information requests  Support due diligence financial requests by preparing  Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent years of experience 4-6 of progressive accounting, reporting, audit, or finance experience  Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial statement mechanics  Demonstrated experience independently owning  Complex journal entries, reconciliations, or reporting deliverables  Regulatory, audit, or compliance driven documentation or  Transaction, contract, or transition related accounting activities (by COE)  Demonstrated ability to independently apply professional judgment within owned reporting and compliance deliverables and resolve complex issues with minimal supervision  Strong attention to detail and accuracy with ability to interpret financial results to identify, explain and resolve accounting issues  High documentation quality and audit readiness discipline Ability to independently analyze discrepancies and resolve reconciling items Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision, especially during close cycles  Advanced Excel skills  Strong written and verbal communication skills  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. Preferred qualifications Experience with reporting/BI tools and ERP systems 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: Additional Information  Travel frequency: 0-10% Estimated Salary: $74,000 - $93,000  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.