Senior Analyst

Walker & Dunlop; Manhasset (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits 83% subsidy

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Wellness program

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Walker & Dunlop’s Affordable Housing Group is seeking a qualified professional to lead financial modeling and underwriting for affordable multifamily transactions. You will prepare Agency Narratives, review rent comps, analyze budgets, and support screening and closing processes.

Collaboration with production, underwriting, and closing teams is essential. The role requires a 3+ year background in CRE underwriting, a Bachelor's in Finance/Real Estate/Business, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field preferred).
• 3+ years of financial analysis or underwriting experience in commercial real estate, affordable housing, or agency lending.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial modeling and loan sizing for affordable multifamily transactions using Agency tools.
• Prepare and review Agency Narrative Packages with market write-ups and rent/sales comps.
• Spread and analyze rent rolls, historical statements, and budgets to support underwriting conclusions.
• Interface with clients, mortgage brokers, lenders, and vendors to facilitate information flow.

Skills

Financial modeling

Underwriting

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree (Finance/Real Estate/Business)

Tools

Salesforce

DUS Gateway

Freddie Mac OUS

Job description

Department: Affordable Production

We are Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest capital providers to the commercial real estate industry, committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.

Overview

Walker & Dunlop’s Affordable Housing Group is recognized as a leader in the industry. With multiple business lines including Debt, LIHTC Equity, Affordable Investment Sales, Preservation, Affordable Development and Capital Advisory services, this team of over 200 professionals has a wide array of expertise across the entire affordable housing capital stack. The mission is to improve the nation’s affordable housing stock and ensure people have access to stable, quality, and safe housing by providing services and capital for the development and preservation of all types of affordable housing across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial modeling and loan sizing for affordable multifamily transactions using Fannie Mae (DUS) and Freddie Mac (Optigo) tools.
• Prepare and review Agency Narrative Packages, including market write-ups, rent and sales comparables, maps, and property photos.
• Spread and analyze rent rolls, historical operating statements, and budgets to support underwriting conclusions.
• Pull and analyze expense comparables, CoStar reports, property tax bills, and other third‑party data sources.
• Upload quote packages and loan options through DUS Gateway and Freddie Mac OUS systems.
• Manage and maintain accurate pipeline tracking and reporting within Salesforce for new and active transactions.
• Monitor deals throughout underwriting and support communication between production, underwriting, and closing teams.
• Participate in kick‑off meetings and weekly production meetings to ensure alignment and execution efficiency.
• Interface directly with clients, mortgage brokers, lenders, and third‑party vendors to facilitate information flow and resolve issues.
• Travel periodically for property inspections and client meetings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of underwriting processes and production best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is generally required from 8:30am – 5:30pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required (Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field preferred).
• 3+ years of financial analysis or underwriting experience in commercial real estate, affordable housing, or agency lending.
• Experience with multifamily agency underwriting strongly preferred; affordable housing finance experience highly desirable.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong financial modeling and underwriting skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of affordable housing programs, income restrictions, and agency execution.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organization and ownership over work product.
• Demonstrated capacity to embrace challenges, pursue growth opportunities, and learn new processes.
• Shows courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness when collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.

Compensation

Estimated base salary $80,000–$90,000 plus discretionary production incentives.

Benefits

• Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions.
• Competitive dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Pre‑tax transit and commuting benefits.
• Robust health and wellness program – cash rewards and access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance.
• Paid maternity and parental leave, and other family paid leave programs.
• Company‑paid life, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Career development opportunities.
• Volunteer hours and donation matching for giving back to the community.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

Fair Chance Hiring

Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.