CRE Financial Analyst — Underwriting & Market Insights

Cushman & Wakefield; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Philadelphia is seeking a Financial Analyst to support investment sales professionals in underwriting and valuing commercial real estate assets. You will build financial models, prepare memorandums, and contribute to client presentations.

Join a leading Industrial & Capital Markets team, work with senior brokers, and gain exposure to institutional investors and developers across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate, finance, investment analysis, consulting, valuation, or a similar analytical role preferred.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Argus Enterprise or similar real estate valuation software preferred.
• Excellent quantitative, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and professionally.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Client-focused, collaborative, and professional in all interactions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required state real estate licensing.
• Familiarity with the Philadelphia region and industrial real estate market is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze property operating statements, rent rolls, and market data to support asset valuation and transaction strategy.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including discounted cash flow analyses and investment return projections.
• Prepare offering memorandums, pitch presentations, and financial reports for client presentations and investment sales assignments.
• Develop property-level underwriting and pro forma analyses reflecting historical performance and projected market conditions.
• Identify key financial drivers, opportunities, and risks impacting asset value and investment performance.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to support transaction execution and client advisory efforts.
• Translate complex financial and market information into compelling written narratives for investor marketing materials.
• Maintain internal databases tracking sales activity, market trends, development pipelines, and other critical real estate metrics.
• Assist with property tours, site visits, and client meetings.
• Support due diligence efforts by gathering, organizing, and reviewing transaction-related documentation while coordinating directly with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Client-focused, collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Real Estate/Economics/Business

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Excel

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield in Philadelphia is seeking a Financial Analyst to support investment sales professionals in underwriting and valuing commercial real estate assets. You will build financial models, prepare memorandums, and contribute to client presentations.

Join a leading Industrial & Capital Markets team, work with senior brokers, and gain exposure to institutional investors and developers across the region.