Thriving real estate investment firm is seeking a Financial Analyst at their Los Angeles headquarters. This role requires an accounting and analytical background, and a strong technical accounting skillset who enjoys working in a dynamic and fast-paced collaborative environment. Also, should possess proficient Excel skills and have the ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Hybrid Remote: 3 days/wk on-site

Responsibilities:

This role is primarily focused on Financial Planning and Analysis responsibilities in the Corporate Finance Department (no real estate valuation or underwriting work).

• With close review and supervision of the Finance Supervisor/SFA, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for updating and maintaining property-level projections utilizing Argus software and other aspects of the Company’s corporate REIT earnings projection model, including the following:
  • Review executed and draft leases for accurate interpretation of the leasing terms in Argus
  • Prepare and distribute strategy call notes
  • Process leasing assumption changes in Argus
  • Periodic rollup of projection data from Argus into the Corporate projection model
  • Periodic upload of projection data into JD Edwards and subsequent fluctuation analyses
• Prepare financial and significant lease assumption analyses
• Analyze and forecast various guidance and financial metrics
• Responsible for various special projects
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments, including Accounting and Regional Asset Managers, on relevant matters
• Assist with quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including the preparation of various financial reporting schedules
• Perform property level and ad-hoc analyses
• Perform accounting and/or peer research when required

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is required. If degree is in Finance or Business Administration, accounting course work/emphasis is necessary
• GAAP knowledge is required
• Public accounting experience highly preferred
• Understanding of lease accounting highly preferred
• CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred
• 2+ years of related experience preferred
• Real estate background is a plus
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Advanced Excel skills is a plus
• Experience with Argus is a plus
• Experience with JD Edwards is a plus