Analyst is responsible for underwriting and preparing financial analyses related to the purchasing of single-family homes across a variety of investment strategies and US Markets. Position will report to members of the Acquisitions Team and will work collaboratively with many constituents across the organization.

• Summarize key investment analyses, including: estimated initial renovation costs and ongoing repair and maintenance estimates, key revenue and expense data like property taxes, Home Owner’s Association fees, insurance, etc., to make home purchase recommendations, which are given significant weight.
• Establish and build relationships with third party brokers and homeowners to drive business development initiatives
• Research housing trends and economic indicators related to target acquisitions markets
• Comprehensive understanding of migration patterns, employment drivers, and other growth trends within specific markets
• Perform valuation recommendations for potential acquisitions of single-family homes or communities of homes
• Review and interpret third party property reports and market data pertaining to select projects or markets
• Analyze underwriting assumptions and advise the best course of action on a deal-by-deal basis
• Monitor and leverage historical operating results to inform future acquisitions decisions
• Assist in various parts of the deal flow process to support the team in accomplishing acquisition targets
• Manage the due diligence process (deadlines) for properties targeted for acquisition and assemble information as directed
• Assist team on various ad hoc projects as required

• Proven analytical skills, ability to problem solve and results / solution oriented
• Self-motivated and proactive team player, who takes ownership of projects, has strong organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities
• Flexible and able to work well under pressure in a team environment
• Execution oriented and understands how to follow steps in a process
• Extraordinary communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with team members, key stakeholders in a deal, and senior professionals
• Can develop and articulate a point of view to colleagues verbally and in writing
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to details

• BA/BS 4 year degree
• 1-2 Years Relevant Work Experience preferred
• Highly proficient with MS Excel and knowledgeable of MS Office

• Frequently required to sit; talk; and hear.
• Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel; or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.