Financial Analyst – Real Estate (Mid-Level)
Description

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  


Requirements

 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