Analyst, Development at Walker & Dunlop in Calabasas, CA

Summary: Walker & Dunlop is one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, focusing on affordable housing development. The Analyst, Development role involves providing analytical and operational support to the Affordable Development team, ensuring accurate financial reporting and portfolio management. Responsibilities: - Update and maintain Investment Committee materials, reports, and related project documentation - Maintain and update historical financial data within property-level financial models and databases - Support the preparation and distribution of monthly financial and operational reports - Assist with compiling quarterly portfolio updates for senior leadership and other stakeholders - Gather, organize, and validate financial and operational data from multiple sources for portfolio reporting - Support analysis of project operating statements, budgets, and key financial metrics - Assist with due diligence coordination for development projects, ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and well-organized - Update and manage internal data management and tracking tools, ensuring data accuracy and standardization across projects - Coordinate scheduling, meeting materials, and note-taking for meetings with joint venture partners and internal stakeholders - Ensure data integrity and timely updates across internal portfolio systems and reporting platforms - Coordinate with internal partners across development, asset management, acquisitions, accounting, and investor relations to support data accuracy and process efficiency - Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience) - Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to organize, analyze, and present financial data clearly and accurately - Solid PowerPoint skills, with experience creating clear, professional presentation materials - Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills - Eagerness to learn and take ownership of work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment - Self-starter capable of working independently while leveraging AI and other analytical tools to improve efficiency - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present findings, trends, and insights to senior leadership - Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through - Ability to show ownership of your work, embrace challenges and growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes - Demonstrates courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness when teaming with colleagues and collaborating with stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: - 1+ year of relevant experience in real estate development, affordable housing, finance, or a related analytical role preferred - Previous exposure to Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) or other affordable housing programs is preferred Required Skills: Microsoft Excel, Real estate development, Affordable housing finance Important Skills: PowerPoint, Analytical skills Benefits: Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions, Competitive dental and vision benefits, 401(k) + match, Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits, A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance, Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs, Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance, Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending, Career development opportunities, Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching