Principal-Side Senior Financial Analyst, Retail CRE & AI

Confidential RE Company; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Office-based role in a high-performance environment

Job summary

A retail-focused real estate firm is seeking a high-level Senior Financial Analyst in Irvine, CA. This role involves leading investment analysis, building advanced financial models, and leveraging AI tools to enhance decision-making. Candidates must have 7–12+ years in commercial real estate finance, expertise in retail asset performance, and excellent financial modeling skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment with direct exposure to senior leadership and a performance-based bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of experience in commercial real estate finance.
• Deep expertise in retail real estate analysis and asset performance.
• Proven ability to operate independently and influence investment decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting of acquisitions, dispositions, and development opportunities.
• Model leasing scenarios including rent structures and tenant mix.
• Monitor and analyze performance across all assets.

Skills

Financial modeling

Retail real estate analysis

Data synthesis

AI tools for analysis

Strong communication skills

Education

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

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

A retail-focused real estate firm is seeking a high-level Senior Financial Analyst in Irvine, CA. This role involves leading investment analysis, building advanced financial models, and leveraging AI tools to enhance decision-making. Candidates must have 7–12+ years in commercial real estate finance, expertise in retail asset performance, and excellent financial modeling skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment with direct exposure to senior leadership and a performance-based bonus structure.