Financial Analyst - Capital Markets at Cushman &… · Washington

Summary: Cushman & Wakefield is a leading commercial real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Financial Analyst to support their Capital Markets team. The role involves preparing financial analyses, assisting in the financing process, and creating marketing materials while working closely with brokers and clients. Responsibilities: - Prepare debt and/or equity offering memoranda that conveys all particulars of a transaction in a professionally written format presented to clients and lenders (financial projections, market and location issues, tenant analysis and persuasively written summaries/highlights) - Manage the graphic design process of debt and equity memoranda in conjunction with a graphic designer, including creating tables, graphs and charts, and writing technical summaries of all particulars of a transaction - Prepare debt sizings to determine possible financing options for each deal - Prepare financial models in Excel and Argus for clients which outline valuation and pricing structures - Assist in collecting and evaluating required due diligence for transactions, including making necessary inquiries to clients to ensure that required information is provided in a timely manner - Prepare pro forma statements and projections which accurately reflect historical cash flow performance of properties, as well as current and projected future market conditions - Research, analyze, and evaluate market feasibility for various real estate transactions in a way that supports the request for financing of a given asset - Understand and review real estate documents (leases, operating statements, rent rolls, loan documents, appraisals, etc.) to determine if any issues or inconsistencies exist - Generate weekly written reports and updates to senior brokers on each transaction’s marketing program status - Collect lender and investor bids and summarize them in detailed quote matrices - Prepare and manage lists of potential lenders, investors, and contacts for use in marketing efforts - Contact and respond to lender requests and questions - Assist the brokers in closing transactions including following checklists while interacting with lenders and clients to facilitate an efficient closing - Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy - Ability to build, analyze, and summarize complex financial models in Excel and Argus - Strong written communication skills developing high-level analysis summaries - Passion for client delivery, with strong emphasis on producing high-quality work, meeting deadlines, and strong personal initiative to succeed in an entrepreneurial environment - Ability to function in a team-oriented setting while working independently with limited day-to-day supervision - Strong time management, organization, and interpersonal skills - Ability to handle multiple projects at one time and work in a high-volume, fast past transaction-oriented environment - Takes charge and is proactive in all aspects of role - Growth oriented mindset, desire to learn and shares knowledge to help others succeed - Ability to maintain attention to detail while working under tight deadlines - Ability and willingness work extended hours, including some weekends as needed Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree (Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, etc.) preferred, with a master's degree or MBA a plus - 1 to 2 years of commercial real estate financial analysis and/or finance experience preferably with a commercial real estate firm engaged in consulting, appraisal, investing, lending, or brokerage. Capital Markets experience a plus - Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; advance Excel skills preferred Required Skills: Financial analysis, Valuation, Debt and equity offering memoranda preparation, Financial modeling in Excel, Financial modeling in Argus, Real estate market feasibility analysis, Real estate document review, Pro forma financial statements, Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced Excel skills Benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance, Flexible spending accounts, Health savings accounts, Retirement savings plans, Life, and disability insurance programs, Paid and unpaid time away from work, Competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements