Senior Real Estate Analyst

ACM Advisors; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Real Estate Analyst to support underwriting and analysis in commercial mortgage financing. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, possess strong analytical skills, and excel in written and verbal communication. The role involves preparing asset valuations, conducting market analysis, and mentoring junior staff. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team dedicated to superior investment returns.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preferred in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of commercial property operating statements.
• Familiarity with reviewing third-party reports related to mortgage closings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare valuations of real estate assets.
• Lead the review of borrower financial statements.
• Provide comprehensive market analysis for financing opportunities.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics CRM

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Direct message the job poster from ACM Advisors

ACM Advisors ("ACM") provides fixed income investment solutions and commercial mortgage financing. ACM is dedicated to providing our investors with superior returns on investments in pooled funds of mortgages and related fixed income securities backed by quality Canadian commercial real estate properties.

We accomplish this goal through well-established sources of investment opportunities along with prudent underwriting and timely decision-making, implemented with the expertise and experience of our professional management team. ACM is a majority-owned subsidiary of EQB Inc.

Website: www.acma.ca

Job Description

Under the direction of the Vice President – Underwriting & Risk / Asset Management, the Senior Real Estate Analyst assists the Investments team with the underwriting and analysis of existing loans and potential financing transactions. The Senior Real Estate Analyst must be able to efficiently and effectively articulate their analysis verbally and in written communications. A successful candidate will regularly be dealing with competing deadlines and shifting priorities due to the transaction-based nature of the role. The Senior Real Estate Analyst is expected to be able to effectively complete research tasks, property valuations, loan reviews and investment proposal write-ups in a timely manner with limited guidance and oversight.

Team: Investments

Location: Toronto or Vancouver

Key Responsibilities / Functions

• Prepare valuations of real estate assets including analysis of pro-forma and historical property financial information, rent rolls, leases, operating statements, tenant sales performance and other sources
• Lead the review of borrower financial statements and business operations in the context of potential financing opportunities
• Provide comprehensive market analysis to support existing loans and potential financing opportunities
• Take the lead in the preparation of financing proposals with focus on ensuring compliance with the company’s established lending guidelines and procedures
• Assist the Legal Administrator and Operations team in facilitating efficient and effective funding of mortgage investments
• Analyze existing portfolio loans for requests for assumption, renewals / extensions, subsequent advances and / or modifications and subsequently recommend appropriate action to management
• Monitor underwriting trends and provide appropriate feedback for improvements as needed
• Work with members of the Investments / Operations teams on loan fundings, annual loan reviews and ongoing loan administration
• Mentor junior staff on the preparation of valuations, financial reviews, market analysis, and proposal development, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth and ensure adherence to company standards
• Develop relationships in the commercial real estate industry to further knowledge of current real estate market and financing trends
• Attend networking and industry related events to assist senior management with enhancing ACM’s presence in the marketplace and developing client relationships
• Other ad hoc projects from senior management as requested

What you bring to the team

• 3+ years of experience preferred in a similar role
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study, or equivalent
• Strong analytical techniques across all commercial real estate asset classes
• Ability to research from disparate, and sometimes limited, information sources to support findings and recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Solid understanding of commercial property operating statements, rent rolls and other property documentation
• Familiarity with reviewing third party reports and other documents related to mortgage closings
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail, proactive and a self-starter
• First-rate interpersonal skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• CFA or CPA designations, and experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM is a bonus

Application Process

We are a diverse and national team with a culture that is focused on collaboration, inclusion and well-being in the belief that empowered employees and an equitable environment make for a stronger overall organization. We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to ACM and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

We invite any and all candidates to apply by sending a resume and cover letter to [e-mail], and if any applicant should require accommodation or special assistance to help navigate the process please include the details of your request within your application.