Senior Financial Analyst, Capital Markets (Multifamily)

Position Overview

The Capital Markets Senior Financial Analyst (“CMFA”) will support transactions generated by Cushman & Wakefield’s Capital Markets brokerage services with a concentration in multifamily valuation analyses. Senior Analysts will primarily perform the more complex financial analysis activities of pricing, Excel valuation model creation, due diligence collection and review, and will be responsible for translating analysis findings into high-level summaries for our Capital Market brokers. The ideal candidate will be based in Atlanta, Charlotte or Dallas and available to work on-site in a local Cushman & Wakefield office. A hybrid schedule is available. Team members may be expected to travel and work outside normal operating hours depending on the product type and markets they service, and to meet project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of more complex Broker financial analysis/modeling requests, including serving as a project manager on high‐value client opportunities and portfolio transactions
• Prepare pro forma statements, discounted cash flow analyses, and Excel-based financial models considering current and historical market conditions
• Conduct audits of existing financial models to ensure accuracy of inputs and validity of assumptions, identifying any data gaps
• Perform market research to analyze property and market conditions, then synthesize findings in a clear, concise manner
• Communicate with Brokers and Broker teams to confirm request scope, review analysis findings, and make timely, accurate revisions
• Identify and communicate any missing information or unclear requests to ensure accurate analyses
• Develop high-level analysis summaries by identifying transaction considerations such as strengths, weaknesses, trends, outliers, and logical inconsistencies
• Assist and mentor CMFA Analysts as they gain experience
• Participate in developing training resource tools and materials to support continuous analyst development
• Perform quality control reviews ensuring work product meets scope requirements and identifying themes for continuous improvement
• Maintain and develop a working knowledge of real estate fundamentals and industry trends
• Support process improvement and automation initiatives, including participation in related project teams and testing groups
• Perform other related duties as required or requested

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or related field preferred; equivalent corporate work experience may be considered
• 2-5 years of financial analysis and modeling experience; Capital Markets exposure is a plus
• Strong knowledge of real estate financial concepts
• Experience with multifamily underwriting; exposure to self-storage, senior housing, mixed-use, student housing or LIHTC is an advantage
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated passion for client delivery with an emphasis on high-quality work and meeting deadlines
• Strong critical thinking, analytical skills, and attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities
• A proactive approach and growth-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and share knowledge

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $72,250.00 - $85,000.00
• Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, and life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work is provided
• Important: The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role
• Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion