Development Analyst: Affordable Housing & Finance

Fairstead; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm focused on building affordable communities nationwide. The Analyst, Development role supports the Affordable Housing Development platform across acquisition and new construction, with responsibilities spanning budget reviews, ledger analyses, and coordination of multi-party meetings.

The position emphasizes rigorous analysis, accurate documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful development projects across the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s in Real Estate Development preferred.
• Interest in real estate development and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Highly developed project management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel (intermediate to advanced).
• Desire to contribute to affordable housing development.

Responsibilities

• Review weekly development financial information, budgets, and cash forecasts.
• Analyze General Ledgers, Accounts Payable, rent rolls, and other reports.
• Coordinate meetings for assigned deals with internal and external parties.
• Manage shared file systems, uploading documents with proper naming.
• Prepare meeting minutes and track invoicing across developments.
• Compile construction draws for senior staff review.
• Assist in affordable housing acquisition, rehabilitation, and development (Section 8, LIHTC).
• Support debt and equity financing documentation and project timelines.
• Travel to subject properties as directed by senior staff.
• Coordinate with team analysts and support staff on project needs.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Research skills

Writing abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Real Estate Development

Tools

Excel

Job description

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm focused on building affordable communities nationwide. The Analyst, Development role supports the Affordable Housing Development platform across acquisition and new construction, with responsibilities spanning budget reviews, ledger analyses, and coordination of multi-party meetings.

The position emphasizes rigorous analysis, accurate documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive successful development projects across the US.