Senior Analyst, Asset Management

Essex Property Trust; Alberta; On-site; USD 91,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Asset Management Senior Analyst to enhance property cashflows and investment returns. This role involves reporting, data analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic asset management decisions. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments, conduct market analyses, and create compelling visualizations to guide capital allocation. With a focus on career growth and work-life balance, this position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for driven professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401k Employer Match

Excellence Rewards

Wellness Programs

Housing Discount

15 PTO Days

10 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in real estate and financial planning & analysis.
• Proficiency in creating complex pivot tables for data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Asset Management team by reporting and analyzing property financials.
• Develop and maintain Excel models and dashboards for capital allocation.

Skills

Data Analysis

Financial Modeling

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

PowerQuery

Job description

City

Irvine

State

California

Job Location

Irvine Regional Office (Derian)

Position Type

Regular

The Asset Management Senior Analyst is vital to the success of our Asset Management Department. The department's aim is to enhance FFO growth by maximizing property cashflows and investment returns. This is achieved by optimizing each asset's earning potential, minimizing expenses, identifying optimal usages, and reducing liabilities and risks. The Senior Analyst supports our team by focusing on reporting, data analysis, and the underwriting of capital projects to develop effective strategies for asset management.

What You Will Do

Reporting and Data Analysis

Support the Asset Management team by reporting, analyzing, and forecasting property financials. Synthesize data to aid in the formulation of strategic asset plans.

Data Visualization and Business Intelligence

Develop and maintain excel models and dashboards to guide capital allocation decisions. Collaborate with business end-users to create compelling visualizations reflecting various KPIs and financial performance.

Financial Modeling and Underwriting

Create detailed financial models for capital investments and assist in underwriting projects that generate revenue. Prepare both routine and special reports and presentations for senior management that provide insight and support decision-making processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments to ensure the achievement of key objectives.

Market Analysis

Gather and analyze market data to prepare comprehensive market analyses. Involves maintaining understanding of local markets (competition, supply pipeline, demand drivers, major points of interest, market absorption).

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in real estate, finance, accounting, economics or related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in real estate and financial planning & analysis is required.
• Experience in multifamily real estate is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in creating and analyzing complex pivot tables for data reporting and insights.
• Proficiency in creating structured reports utilizing automated toolsets (PowerQuery, Excel macros, and/or data modeling) highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Advanced Excel modeling skills, including financial projections and scenario analysis.
• Strong financial literacy with the ability to interpret and analyze income statements, balance sheets, and other financial documents.
• Detail-oriented, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to work well with others.
  
  

What The Job Requires

• Operates in a fast-paced work setting. Requires the ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities. May involve tight deadlines and high-energy work situations.
• Work is primarily conducted in an office setting. Requires sitting at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Requires the ability to work Monday through Friday. Entails in-person office requirements for a minimum of 3 days per week: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, located at Essex's corporate offices in Irvine or Woodland Hills.
• Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods. Minimal physical effort in the day-to-day tasks.
• Regular travel to various locations for meetings, projects, client visits, or on-site work.
  
  

What You Will Bring To The Table

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Decisions made with thorough knowledge of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines. Responsible for setting own project deadlines.
  
  

All full-time regular associates are offered competitive salaries, experience career growth, and are eligible for benefit packages that include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, 401k employer match, excellence rewards, wellness programs, and much more. With our Sunday property operations office closures, 10 paid holidays, and 15 PTO days, work/life balance is a priority! Additionally, most positions are eligible for a housing discount of 20%.

Essex provides great communities in which to live, work and invest. We are a purpose-driven company, and we pride ourselves on promoting an internal culture of growth and opportunity by engaging, enabling, and empowering our teams. Working at Essex is not a destination. It is a journey where you can confidently build your career.

The salary range for this position is $91,000.00 - $136,000.00 per year. New hires generally start between $91,000.00 - $114,000.00 per year. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, including but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience; internal equity; and other business and organizational needs.

This role is also eligible to participate in Essex’s discretionary Annual Bonus program that is commensurate with the level of the position.