Livensa Group is one of the leading student and versátil housing operators in Spain and Portugal, offering modern, community-focused residences designed to enhance student wellbeing, comfort, and university life experiences. Livensa Group also opened new markets to Italy and Germany. We are currently seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Business Analyst to join our Finance team. This hybrid role combines buisness controlling, business analysis, and strategic reporting responsibilities, supporting the operational and financial performance of our European student residence portfolio. The adecuado candidate will have strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, stakeholder reporting, and presentation preparation, with the ability to transform complex financial and operational data into clear insights for senior management, investors, and the Board of Directors.

Key Responsibilities
• Monitor operational and financial performance across the portfolio through analytical reviews and variance analysis versus budget and forecast
• Prepare and deliver high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, Board packs, and stakeholder presentations, including clear visualisation of KPIs, trends, and strategic insights
• Analyse actual results versus budget and forecast, identifying key drivers, risks, opportunities, and operational trends
• Act as a key liaison between the Portfolio Management, Operations, and Business Controlling teams
• Perform detailed financial and operational analysis across:
• Occupancy, bookings, deposits, rental income,



and bad debt
• Operational expenditure (OPEX)
• Capital expenditure (CAPEX)
• Corporate overheads (G&A;)
• Asset-level profitability and cash flow performance
• Support the preparation, consolidation, and monitoring of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Monitor asset-level performance using analytical procedures and ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics
• Support data-driven decision making through automation, dashboarding, and efficient use of AI-powered analytical and reporting tools
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement, cost optimisation, and process efficiencies
• Analyse market trends, occupancy performance, competitor activity, and macroeconomic indicators to support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, commercial, and development teams across Europe
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing, and entrepreneurial working environment Skills & Experience
• Practical experience leveraging AI tools and automation technologies to improve reporting quality, efficiency, and business insights




• Strong analytical and financial controlling capabilities with the ability to interpret large and complex datasets
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting
• Advanced PowerPoint and presentation-building skills, with the ability to create professional and visually compelling management and Board decks
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics ERP or similar financial systems
• Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to senior management and non-financial audiences
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced international environment
• Knowledge of the PBSA, hospitality, real estate, or asset management sectors is considered an advantage
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commercial awareness Requirements
• Minimum 3 years of experience in business controlling, FP&A;, finance business partnering, or business analysis roles
• Fluency in English is essential
• Additional European languages, particularly Spanish, German, or Italian, are highly valued
• Experience within real estate, hospitality, student accommodation, or multi-site operational businesses is a plus
• Experience working with AI (ncluding buiding agents) If you are looking for an exciting opportunity within a dynamic and growing international environment, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to apply.

📌 Business Analyst (Madrid)
🏢 Livensa Group
📍 Madrid