Financial Analyst

JBG SMITH; Bethesda (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

JBG SMITH, a leading owner, operator, and developer of mixed-use properties in the Washington, D.C. metro area, seeks a financial analyst to support its investments and asset management teams.

The role covers evaluating new development opportunities, acquisitions, dispositions, and asset-level business plans. You will create valuation models, assist with due diligence and closing processes, analyze market trends and operating data, develop business plans, and prepare memoranda and lender

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience with strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or business administration.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret complex datasets.
• Proficient financial modeling in Excel; ability to prepare presentations in PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain valuation models for new investments, development projects and assets.
• Coordinate pipeline tracking, due diligence and closings for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Synthesize data related to demographics, rent, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Assist with development of initial business plans for investments.
• Prepare memoranda and presentations for market updates, opportunities, and lenders.
• Review and analyze loan documents, leasing activity, and monthly property performance.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Data analysis

PowerPoint presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in real estate/finance/business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

JBG SMITH, is a leading owner, operator, and developer of mixed-use properties concentrated in amenity-rich, Metro-accessible submarkets throughout the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). With nearly 70 years of experience focused almost exclusively on this region, the firm has cultivated deep market knowledge, long-standing public and private sector relationships, and a highly differentiated operating platform.

As a vertically integrated real estate investment manager, JBG SMITH oversees every aspect of the asset lifecycle—from acquisition and development to asset management, leasing, property management, and disposition. The firm manages a dynamic portfolio totaling 11.8 million square feet of office, multifamily, and retail assets—98% of which are Metro-served—and a development pipeline of 4.6 million square feet focused primarily on high-density, mixed-use office and multifamily projects.

JBG SMITH has a long-standing track record as a disciplined investor and capital allocator, with a strategy rooted in rigorous underwriting, data-driven market selection, and active asset management. Its platform is designed to identify and unlock long-term value through thoughtful placemaking, repositioning, and ground-up development. As part of its broader efforts, the firm also manages a workforce housing initiative aimed at preserving affordability for middle-income residents in high-impact neighborhoods.

POSITION SUMMARY

JBG SMITH is seeking financial analyst candidates to support its investments and asset management teams. The role will provide exposure to various aspects of the real estate investment lifecycle, including evaluating new development opportunities, acquisitions, dispositions, asset-level business plans, financial performance, and market trends. Responsibilities may vary based on team placement and business needs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Modeling: Create and maintain valuation models for new investment pursuits, new development projects, and existing assets in the portfolio.
• Transactions: Coordinate with internal and external team members to assist in the pipeline tracking, due diligence, and closing processes for acquisitions and disposition processes.
• Research: Synthesize internal and external data related to demographics, rent, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Business Plans: Assist with the development of the initial business plans for new and existing investments.
• Presentations: Prepare memoranda and presentations related to market updates, scenario analyses, investment opportunities, and reporting for lenders, partners, and Senior Executives.
• Operations: Review and analyze business plans, loan documents, leasing activity, and monthly property operating performance.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED (REQUIREMENTS)

• Experience: 0 - 2 years of experience with superior quantitative skills and analytical abilities (investment banking, real estate finance, private equity, or brokerage preferred)
• Academic: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in real estate, finance or business administration
• Skills: Attention to detail, proficiency in financial modeling in Microsoft Excel, superior written and verbal communication skills, advanced technical skills and ability to analyze complex datasets, and ability to prepare PowerPoint presentations

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. In addition to base salary, a discretionary bonus will be offered. Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline. It is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors. JBG SMITH considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, candidate’s work location, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

JBG SMITH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable law.