Investment Analyst - Montreal

Groupe Mach Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe Mach Inc. is seeking an Investment Analyst in Montreal to support the Acquisitions and Dispositions team. You will conduct financial analyses, build models in Excel/Argus, and lead due diligence coordination to evaluate real estate investment opportunities.

The role involves market research, preparation of investment memos, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to drive acquisitions and dispositions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant real estate investment or financial analysis experience.
• Knowledge of Argus Enterprise is an asset.
• Strong Excel modeling skills and ability to build robust financial models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in French/English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess feasibility, profitability, and risks of real estate acquisitions, developments, and asset repositioning.
• Develop and maintain discounted cash flow (DCF) models.
• Assist in acquisition and disposition processes, due diligence coordination, and investment recommendations.
• Conduct market and valuation analyses to assess trends and opportunities.
• Coordinate information gathering for due diligence and prepare investment memoranda and presentations.
• Collaborate with Acquisitions, Development, Operations, and Finance teams and external partners.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Due diligence

Market research

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Real Estate

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Based in Montreal, the Investment Analyst will support the Acquisitions and Dispositions team by conducting financial analysis, financial modeling, due diligence, and market research to evaluate and execute real estate investment opportunities.

• Perform in-depth financial analyses to assess the feasibility, profitability, and risks associated with real estate acquisitions, developments, and asset repositioning using Argus Enterprise and Microsoft Excel.
• Develop, maintain, and update discounted cash flow (DCF) financial models.
• Participate in acquisition and disposition processes, including opportunity analysis, due diligence coordination, and the preparation of investment recommendations.
• Conduct comprehensive market and valuation analyses to assess economic, demographic, and real estate market trends.
• Coordinate and analyze the financial, operational, legal, technical, and commercial information required to evaluate investment opportunities as part of the due diligence process.
• Analyze financial statements, lease agreements, and rent rolls.
• Support the execution of acquisition and disposition transactions.
• Assist in preparing investment memoranda, executive presentations, and strategic analyses for investment committees and senior management.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including Acquisitions, Development, Operations, and Finance, as well as external partners, to support the execution of investment strategies.
• Participate in discussions with investors, financial partners, brokers, consultants, appraisers, and other stakeholders involved in transactions.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and other investment-related documentation.
• Monitor real estate markets, industry trends, capital markets, and the broader economic environment to identify new investment opportunities and anticipate potential risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Engineering, Real Estate, or a related field (real estate specialization is considered an asset).
• 0 to 3 years of relevant experience in real estate investment, financial analysis, investment banking, private equity, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Argus Enterprise is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong client-service orientation and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English are considered an asset, depending on the role's requirements.