Acquisitions Analyst/Associate

NRP Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission and bonus opportunities

Paid vacation & sick leave

11 paid holidays

Parental bonding leave

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Job summary

NRP Group is seeking an Acquisitions Analyst/Associate in Washington, DC to support evaluation, underwriting, and execution of multifamily real estate investments. You will build institutional-quality models, analyze submarkets, and assist with due diligence while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role sits at the center of deal flow, from initial screening through investment committee, offering growth opportunities and exposure to senior leadership in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and build financial models for multifamily acquisitions.
• Review offerings, rent rolls, and broker materials for value-add opportunities.
• Assist with due diligence, data gathering, and investment committee presentations.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel modeling

IRR analysis

Market research

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Real Estate/Economics

Tools

CoStar

Yardi

PowerPoint

Job description

Acquisitions Analyst/Associate# NRP Careers## Acquisitions Analyst/AssociateApply: Washington, DC: Full time: Posted Today: R4178Come join NRP’s A+ team! We’ve been recognized as a “Top Workplace” because we promote a culture where our team can build long-term careers and connections. As we grow as a company, our goal is that you will grow in your career.NRP has been recognized with several industry awards including Top Workplaces; Best and Brightest Companies to Work For; and National Apartment Association’s Best Places to Work.We value our employees by offering a competitive benefit package including:* Commission and bonus opportunities* Paid vacation and sick leave* 11 Paid holidays* Paid maternity & parental bonding leave* Short & long term disability* Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance* 401(k) Match* Training, certification, & growth opportunities* Employee referral & recognition programsSince its founding in 1994, NRP has been dedicated to building quality homes for our residents, regardless of income. The NRP Group is a full-service multifamily developer, general contractor, and property manager with assets and operations reaching an expanding range of markets nationwide. For additional information, please visit www.NRPGroup.com.**JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY**The Acquisitions Analyst/Associate will support the evaluation, underwriting, and execution of multifamily real estate acquisition opportunities in a newly created platform at NRP. This role will analyze potential investments, conduct market research, build financial models, and assess the feasibility of new multifamily communities and existing assets. Working closely with Acquisitions, Development, Construction, Property Management, Asset Management, and Capital Markets, the analyst/associate will help identify attractive opportunities, evaluate project risks, and provide data-driven recommendations that support the company’s growth strategy. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, commercially minded, and interested in building a career in multifamily real estate investment and development.The Acquisitions Analyst/Associate will be the platform's first dedicated investment hire. The role sits at the center of deal flow: screening opportunities, building institutional-quality underwriting, and carrying deals from first look through investment committee and closing. This is a chance to help build a platform from day one and to work directly with senior leadership, brokers and capital partners.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****Underwriting & Market Analysis:*** Build and maintain institutional quality financial models for prospective multifamily acquisitions and ground-up development opportunities, including project cash flows, development budgets, operating assumptions, financing, and exit valuations.* Review offering memorandums, rent rolls, T-12s and broker packages for stabilized, value-add and recapitalization opportunities. Screen deals quickly against NRP's investment criteria and target submarkets and gives clear go/no-go recommendations.* Evaluate project feasibility and investment returns using internal rate of return (IRR), equity multiple, net present value, capitalization rates, net operating income, and discounted cash flow analysis.* Prepare sources and uses and perform sensitivity and scenario analyses to assess the effects of rents, construction costs, interest rates, lease-up timing, operating performance, and market conditions.* Research demographics, employment, rental demand, supply pipelines, comparable rents and sales, concessions, occupancy, capitalization rates, and competitive positioning; evaluate submarkets and potential development sites against company investment criteria. **Due Diligence & Transaction Execution*** Support the evaluation of existing multifamily assets, development sites, and related business plans.* Keep the deal pipeline and tracking reports current, including bid and pricing history and comparable trades.* Review property financials, title and survey materials, zoning information, environmental reports, construction budgets, project schedules, and other due diligence documents; track milestones, key assumptions, and outstanding items.* Coordinate with internal stakeholders, brokers, consultants, lenders, partners, and other third-party professionals to gather and validate transaction information and prepare investment committee presentations, acquisition memoranda, and financial summaries.* Collaborate with Development and Construction on costs, schedules, and feasibility; with Property and Asset Management on rents, expenses, stabilization, and long-term performance; and with Capital Markets and Finance on debt, equity, and potential capital sources.* Prepare ad hoc financial analyses, market studies, and reports for senior leadership, and maintain accurate models, market data, and investment analyses for internal reporting.* Identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, analytical tools, and investment reporting, and perform other duties as assigned. **SKILLS & ABILITIES****Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Accounting, or a related field required. **Experience:** Typically 2–5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, investment analysis, financial modeling, investment banking, capital markets, or a related analytical role preferred. Multifamily, commercial real estate underwriting, or development experience is highly desirable. **Technical Skills:** Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including cash flow modeling and sensitivity analysis, and proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint. Understanding of IRR, equity multiple, capitalization rates, NOI, and discounted cash flow analysis required. Familiarity with CoStar, Yardi, other underwriting software, market research platforms, or financial databases is preferred but not required. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:** Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills. High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Ability to interpret financial information, communicate complex findings clearly, manage multiple projects and deadlines, collaborate across departments, and translate analysis into actionable insights. Intellectual curiosity, sound business judgment, and the ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate. **WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE*** Accurate, well-supported underwriting models and timely analysis of prospective acquisitions and development opportunities.* Clear identification of investment risks, opportunities, and key financial sensitivities.* Reliable market research and competitive analysis that strengthen investment recommendations.* High-quality analyses and presentations delivered consistently to support the company’s investment strategy.* Effective collaboration across the acquisition and development lifecycle.**Work Environment:** This is a hybrid role based out of Washington, DC with flexibility to work remotely. Candidates must be willing to commute into the office at least 4 days per week. Occasional travel may be required for site visits, market tours, and meetings with brokers, partners, and other industry professionals. **JOB REQUIREMENTS****Travel:** Occasional #DNI#LI-Hybrid***The NRP Group is committed to a policy of assuring that all employees and applicants for employment are recruited, hired, assigned, placed, transferred, demoted, laid off, terminated, paid, trained, and generally treated during employment on the basis of qualifications and merit; without discrimination due to color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy or marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, military status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, or any other classification or activity protected by federal, state, and local law and ordinances.***