Senior Financial Analyst - Commercial Real Estate

Colliers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-subsidized medical benefits

401k plan with employer match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a skilled financial professional based in Chicago, IL, to evaluate and execute real estate deals. This onsite role demands advanced financial modeling and collaboration with brokers and project administrators to drive outcomes.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree, 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate underwriting, and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ARGUS. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in underwriting commercial real estate assets.
• Exceptional analytical and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build advanced financial models to evaluate lease, acquisition, and occupancy strategies.
• Underwrite income-producing assets using ARGUS and Excel.
• Analyze lease proposals and buy vs. lease scenarios.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical insights

Collaboration

Lease negotiation

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Commerce, or related area

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ARGUS

Job description

Overview

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

This is an onsite role based out of our Rosemont, IL office.

About You

You are a highly skilled financial professional who thrives on being involved in every stage of a deal—from initial analysis through final execution. You excel at delivering expert financial modeling and analytical insights that support a high‑volume, industry‑leading team. Collaboration comes naturally to you, and you enjoy working closely with brokers, marketing, and project administrators to drive strong outcomes and maintain a seamless workflow.

Responsibilities

• Build advanced financial models to evaluate lease, acquisition, and occupancy strategies from both landlord and tenant perspectives
• Underwrite income-producing assets using ARGUS and Excel, including 10-year cash flow projections and key metrics (IRR, NPV, cap rates, NER)
• Analyze lease proposals and buy vs. lease scenarios, outlining financial impacts, assumptions, and deal comparisons
• Manage lease negotiations by tracking deal terms and supporting landlord–tenant discussions
• Perform cash flow, termination, and sensitivity analyses to assess financial outcomes under varying scenarios
• Review and abstract real estate documents (leases, contracts, loan agreements) and maintain accurate rent rolls
• Analyze operating statements, budgets, and market conditions to support underwriting assumptions and valuations
• Evaluate mortgage structures and property-level risks while identifying value-add opportunities
• Conduct property valuations and support transactions with detailed financial modeling and data analysis
• Collaborate with brokers, asset managers, and clients to resolve underwriting issues and support deal execution
• Present financial insights and recommendations to clients, clearly communicating complex analyses
• Stay current on market trends, leasing structures, and industry developments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Finance, Business, Commerce, or related area required
• 5+ years’ experience in underwriting commercial real estate assets
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, ARGUS and Costar required
• Exceptional analytical and research skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience preparing and delivering oral presentations
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, navigating challenges with a positive and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all
• Strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills
• Fundamental understanding of physical condition and operations of commercial real estate buildings

Compensation and Benefits

This role’s compensation range is approximately $90,000 to $114,000. Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits include employer-subsidized medical benefits (RX, dental, vision) and employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term/long-term disability. Employees may enroll in the company’s 401k plan with employer match. Paid time off includes 10 days of sick leave and a minimum of 15 days of vacation annually, with certain senior-level roles eligible for unlimited time off. Other benefits include 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days, and paid parental leave (12 weeks for birth parents, 4 weeks for non-birth parents) after 90 days of employment.

Individuals may be eligible for different or additional benefits under applicable state law.

Other

Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Direct applicants only please, no agencies. Colliers respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of any protected category. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.