Consultant, Daily Valuation & NAV Accounting

Altus Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Investment in professional learning

Flexible work model

Job summary

Altus Group’s US Valuation Advisory team in Chicago is seeking a Consultant to engage in daily valuation and analytics, focusing on property valuations. You'll oversee the quarterly financial statements, ensuring accurate projections while managing various client deliverables.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel and accounting systems like Yardi or JD Edwards. The role offers a flexible work model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting and valuation experience in commercial real estate.
• CPA and/or MAI credentials a plus.
• Self-starter and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Review each client’s quarterly financial statements and oversee data import.
• Project each component of net investment income for the upcoming quarter.
• Manage multiple projects/engagements to ensure delivery on time and on budget.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excel proficiency

Project management skills

Education

University or college degree in accounting

Tools

Yardi

MRI

JD Edwards

Job description

Compensation

$60,000 - $90,000

Job Summary

Altus Group’s US Valuation Advisory team is currently looking for a Consultant for our daily valuation, NAV accounting, and analytics practice. Our clients produce quarterly market‑value financial statements using property valuations produced by Altus Group and other third‑party appraisers. The growth of 401(k) and similar pension plans has created a need for daily share prices. This is not debit and credit accounting, but a much more interesting role. Large stabilized real estate portfolios produce consistent net investment income due to long‑term leases and long‑term, fixed‑rate debt. Our services include projecting the income for the upcoming quarter and estimating real estate appreciation (or depreciation) based on draft, revised, and final valuations during the quarterly appraisal process; calculating a daily share price based on these estimates and true‑up after quarter‑end; and working with our clients to identify material events such as new leases or bankruptcies, coordinate the value change with the appraisers and revise the share price.

Key Responsibilities

• Review each client’s quarterly financial statements and oversee the import of this data into our accounting system and supplemental Excel templates.
• Project each component of net investment income for the upcoming quarter using historical property net operating income and the appraiser’s income projections.
• Project interest expense using each client’s debt schedule.
• Coordinate with the appraisers, daily value committee, and other market participants to determine the initial appreciation projection.
• Oversee the collection of draft, revised and final appraised values to adjust the projection as the quarter progresses.
• Coordinate with the client and the appraisers to re‑value properties for material events such as new leases, bankruptcies, and market events.
• Project the net asset value change and share price for the quarter and update as new data becomes available.
• Review variances with our daily valuation committee and with each client when the actual share price is published.
• Interpret client requests and communicate or delegate requests to the team.
• Manage multiple projects/engagements to ensure delivery on time and on budget.
• Review all work by staff before sending to clients or third‑parties; coach and mentor staff.
• Deliver the highest quality of service and technical excellence.

Key Qualifications

• A university or college degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
• Relevant accounting and valuation experience in commercial real estate.
• CPA and/or MAI credentials a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• The ability to interpret complex financial data and make recommendations.
• Strong Excel proficiency: financial modeling, budgeting, and variance analysis, ideally in commercial real estate.
• Proficiency in Yardi, MRI, JD Edwards or similar accounting system.
• Self‑starter and a team player, and the ability to communicate with colleagues and clients with various backgrounds.
• Supervisory experience.
• Strong project management skills: managing deadlines, creating plans and evaluating results, communicating at‑risk tasks.
• Experience with client deliverable life cycle and proven record of successful management of client deliverables.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, incentive and bonus plans, and a total rewards package prioritizing mental, physical and financial well‑being.
• Investment in professional learning: Altus Intelligence Academy and access to extensive learning content.
• Flexible work model: Activity‑Based Work model providing flexibility for collaboration and focused tasks.
• Commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all employees.

Equal Opportunity

Altus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Applicants with disabilities may contact Altus Group to request and arrange for accommodations.