Our client, a leading commercial real estate company, is seeking a Financial Analyst to join their top team of busy commercial real estate professionals commencing immediately. The ideal candidate will work with team members across Canada and will be exposed to some of Canada’s leading investment professionals.
The Role
The role of Financial Analyst presents the opportunity to work on a leading multi family brokerage team in Western Canada and play an integral part of some of the largest, most recognized, and most complex commercial real estate transactions in British Columbia. The Financial Analyst’s primary objective is to provide support to the National Apartment Group (NAG) commercial real estate underwriting process. As part of NAG, you will work with team members across Canada and will be exposed to some of Canada’s leading investment professionals. Analyzing investment returns, yield metrics, scenario analyses, and profitability of commercial real estate investments;
Where is it based?
Based in the heart of downtown Vancouver in beautiful corporate offices.
Responsibilities:
Financial modeling and cash flow projections for commercial real estate assets using Excel and at times Argus;
Property operating budget reconciliation incorporating detailed operating expense recovery methodologies;
Analyzing investment returns, yield metrics, scenario analyses, and profitability of commercial real estate investments;
Pertinent property details review including but not limited to: Leases, material contracts, land use plans & zoning, property reports, existing and potential debt, and operating expenses reconciliation
Compiling, summarizing, and analyzing market research data and reports, sales & rent comparables, and unique market trends;
Analyzing leverage and impact of debt financing on property cash flows and return metrics incorporating conventional mortgages, vendor-take-back financing, second mortgages, and other non-conventional financing;
Valuation of development and redevelopment sites utilizing residual land valuation and comparable transactions approaches;
Support the preparation of marketing materials such as marketing brochures, confidential offering memorandums, and investment analyses;
Assist with transaction execution functions including preparation of property documents, transactional documents, due diligence support, and addressing deal-related inquiries
Main Requirements:
Minimum of 1 – 2 years of relevant work experience
Reliable and committed team player
Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Knowledge ARGUS Valuation (ARGUS Enterprise) software is an asset but not required;
Strong numeracy and writing skills are essential;
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel;
Position requires demonstrated problem solving and innovative decision making with the ability to work under tight deadlines;
Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze complex client contracts and associated legal documents;
Adaptable to performing multiple functions;
Strong organizational skills;
Excellent communication skills and command of English is required;
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure;
Commitment to ethics, integrity, professional conduct, and clients.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or real estate;
CFA® or other financial designation is an asset;
Demonstrated experience in preparing, comprehending, analyzing, interpreting and communicating complex information;
A competitive compensation package is available and will be reflective of both qualifications and experience.
Is this you?
Please send resume to jobs@expertrecruiters.com, Attention: Darcia Bower
Expert Recruiters locally established staffing and consulting firm with a national reach; established in 1999 by its Managing Director Darcia Bower, who has over 20 years’ experience helping clients and candidates reach their goals. Expert Recruiters takes great pride in providing a more personal, boutique style staffing and recruitment agency experience. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll recognize that Expert Recruiters provides a warm and welcoming environment for both our candidates and our clients, with all of our applications treated with the strictest of confidence.
