Financial Analyst at Bisnow

Richmond, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate
  • Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, real estate, business, or a related field (MBA or MSRE a plus)
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, specifically related to creating and manipulating pro forma models
  • Robust communication skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and judgment
  • High degree of initiative and personal motivation
  • Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
  • Outstanding research skills and a strong sense of curiosity
  • Real estate development or entitlement experience a plus
  • Highly organized and collaborative, with experience in real estate financial modeling, development, valuation, reporting, asset management, and/or acquisition (ideal candidate)

Responsibilities

  • Track performance and risk metrics across the real estate portfolio
  • Prepare quarterly portfolio reviews and performance dashboards
  • Create detailed cash flow models for commercial and residential holdings
  • Conduct sensitivity and scenario analyses related to strategic outcomes
  • Review and analyze leasing assumptions for commercial properties
  • Track and monitor land leases and provide contract assistance
  • Collect comparable transaction data for annual portfolio valuation by property
  • Monitor market trends and macroeconomic indicators that impact the portfolio
  • Track data relative to transactions, cap rates, and occupancy
  • Review property tax assessments and conduct appeals, as necessary
  • Maintain master property book for over 400 individual properties
  • Ensure consistent documentation and data integrity across the portfolio
  • Review monthly financials and generate summary documentation
  • Track budget variances and provide support for the annual budgeting process
  • Create investment memos and property updates for senior management
  • Conduct fundamental and qualitative analysis on new investment opportunities
  • Coordinate due diligence matters such as environmental, tax, and title/survey
  • Perform entitlement analyses in order to determine development potential
  • Assist team members in the creation of project plans and timelines
  • Network with brokers and property owners to source new opportunities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

financial modelingcash flow modelingportfolio analysisExcelscenario analysissensitivity analysismarket researchvaluationcap ratesleasing analysisproperty tax appealsbudget variance analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Real Estate Analyst position?

Candidates need a minimum of 3 years of experience in real estate, a Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, real estate, business, or a related field (MBA or MSRE a plus), advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel for pro forma models, robust communication skills, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, judgment, high initiative, and the ability to work independently.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like for this team?

The role contributes to a team built on trust, performance, and generational continuity, as it's for a family-owned real estate investment company.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this Financial Analyst role?

The ideal candidate is highly organized and collaborative, with experience in real estate financial modeling, development, valuation, reporting, asset management, and/or acquisition.

Bisnow

News, events, and networking for real estate

About Bisnow

Bisnow provides news, events, and networking opportunities for professionals in the commercial real estate sector. It delivers industry insights through articles and reports on its online platform, while also hosting live events that facilitate networking and deal-making. Bisnow differentiates itself by focusing on major urban markets in the U.S. and generating revenue through advertising, event ticket sales, and sponsorships. The company's goal is to connect and inform commercial real estate professionals, helping them navigate the industry effectively.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
BUYOUT_LBOCompany Stage
Consulting, Real EstateIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Profit Sharing

Risks

Digital platforms may reduce attendance at Bisnow's physical events.
AI-generated content could challenge Bisnow's traditional news model.
Economic uncertainty may affect Bisnow's client base and event sponsorships.

Differentiation

Bisnow excels in providing niche commercial real estate news and insights.
Their events foster networking among key industry players in major U.S. markets.
Bisnow's platform offers unique opportunities for collaboration in real estate projects.

Upsides

Bisnow's expansion into Las Vegas taps into a dynamic real estate market.
Winning the SABEW award enhances Bisnow's credibility in business journalism.
Partnerships on D&I projects strengthen Bisnow's industry influence and reach.

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