Financial Analyst Real Estate (Mid-Level)

Job Title: Financial Analyst – Real Estate (Mid-Level)

Job Description: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst with experience in real estate to support investment analysis, financial modeling, and portfolio performance. This role is ideal for someone who is beyond entry-level, comfortable working independently, and experienced with Excel and Argus, but still growing toward a senior-level position.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain financial models for real estate acquisitions, developments, and asset management  
• Analyze property-level financial performance, including cash flow, NOI, IRR, and valuation metrics  
• Utilize Argus to model and analyze lease structures and property cash flows, hold/sell  
• Prepare investment memos, reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders  
• Support due diligence efforts for acquisitions and dispositions  
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to support underwriting assumptions  
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for real estate assets  
• Collaborate with asset management, acquisitions, and finance teams  
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and detailed line items within property-level financial statements, including P&L actuals, with a focus on identifying trends and variances in operating expenses (e.g., utilities, repairs & maintenance, payroll, etc.)  
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis comparing actuals to budget and prior periods, and explain drivers of performance  
• Review and interpret detailed operating reports to identify inefficiencies, cost-saving opportunities, and operational risks  

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field  
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in real estate finance, investment analysis, or similar role  
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling required)  
• Working knowledge of Argus Enterprise (or similar real estate software)  
• Understanding of real estate financial concepts (NOI, cap rates, IRR, NPV, etc.)  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with acquisitions, asset management, or development analysis  
• Exposure to commercial real estate (office, retail, industrial, multifamily)  
• Familiarity with financial reporting tools or BI platforms