Financial Analyst

Overview

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly analytical Investment Analyst / Financial Analyst to join our Finance team, supporting feasibility analysis, financial modelling, and investment decision-making across our real estate development portfolio.
• The role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong Excel modelling and PowerPoint presentation skills, capable of preparing feasibility studies, project financial models, and investment analysis to support strategic development and acquisition decisions.
• Lead feasibility studies for new real estate developments and potential acquisitions, including market research, site economics, and financial viability analysis.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models including project-level P&L, development cash flows, IRR, NPV, and sensitivity analysis.
• Build robust Excel-based financial models with clear assumptions, documentation, and version control.
• Prepare investment memorandums and executive presentations summarizing financial analysis, project risks, and recommendations for senior management.
• Conduct real estate valuation analysis including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable transactions, and cap rate analysis.
• Coordinate with development, leasing, construction, legal, and finance teams to gather inputs for project underwriting.
• Analyze project performance against budgets and forecasts, producing variance analysis and cash flow monitoring reports.
• Support due diligence processes for acquisitions, joint ventures, and project financing initiatives.
• Maintain and enhance financial model templates, assumptions libraries, and documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy across projects.
• Assist the finance leadership team with strategic investment analysis and portfolio performance reporting.

Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in real estate financial analysis, investment analysis, development finance, or real estate consulting.
• Strong proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel, including complex financial models, scenario analysis, pivot tables, and financial forecasting.
• Excellent PowerPoint and presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate financial insights and investment recommendations.
• Solid understanding of real estate development economics, including project feasibility, leasing assumptions, operating costs, and construction budgets.
• Experience performing financial modelling including P&L analysis, cash flow forecasting, IRR/NPV calculations, and sensitivity analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA in Finance is advantageous.
• Professional certifications such as CFA (completed or in progress) are highly desirable.
• Exposure to real estate development feasibility modelling and investment underwriting.