Senior Financial Analyst

Cushman & Wakefield; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid and unpaid time away

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in New York, NY, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support underwriting, valuation, and market analyses for multifamily, mixed-use, and development assets across the Tri-State.

You will lead cash flow modeling, prepare offering materials, and coordinate with investors and brokers to drive deal momentum. The role requires 2–5 years in real estate finance, strong Excel/Argus skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in real estate investment, finance, or advisory services.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Argus; financial modeling expertise required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable state real estate license.
• Familiarity with local market dynamics and trends preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting and valuation for $50M+ investment sales transactions
• Prepare discounted cash flow analyses, pro forma statements, and rent roll evaluations to determine valuation
• Assist in the preparation of offering memorandums, pitch decks, and reports for investment sales transactions
• Conduct market research and analyze competitive positioning, location dynamics, and supply/demand dynamics
• Interface directly with prospective investors and clients during diligence and site inspections
• Maintain internal databases tracking investment sales activity and relevant real estate metrics
• Mentor junior analysts to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
• Support the collection and evaluation of due diligence materials and coordinate with clients to ensure completeness
• Preserves client-facing continuity by leading property tours, presenting financial insights to investors, and supporting brokers in real-time conversations - activities that materially shape client confidence and deal conversion.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Real estate license eligibility

Education

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

Tools

Excel

Argus

Job description

Job Title

Senior Financial Analyst

Job Description

The Multifamily Senior Financial Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the execution of investment sales transactions across multifamily, mixed-use, and development assets across the Tri-State. This position requires strong financial modeling capabilities, market research acumen, and the ability to communicate complex financial narratives to institutional clients. The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with key team members and clients to deliver high-quality underwriting, marketing materials, and transaction support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting and valuation for $50M+ investment sales transactions
• Prepare discounted cash flow analyses, pro forma statements, and rent roll evaluations to determine valuation
• Assist in the preparation of offering memorandums, pitch decks, and reports for investment sales transactions
• Conduct market research and analyze competitive positioning, location dynamics, and supply/demand dynamics
• Interface directly with prospective investors and clients during diligence and site inspections
• Maintain internal databases tracking investment sales activity and relevant real estate metrics
• Mentor junior analysts to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
• Support the collection and evaluation of due diligence materials and coordinate with clients to ensure completeness
• Preserves client-facing continuity by leading property tours, presenting financial insights to investors, and supporting brokers in real-time conversations - activities that materially shape client confidence and deal conversion.

Expected Impact

• Improve underwriting-to-market speed by 30-40%
• Enhance pitch win rate through elevated financial precision and storytelling
• Enable execution of $1B+ in annual transaction volume, supporting $5M+ in fee generation
• Increase institutional buyer confidence through sophisticated and clean deliverables

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in real estate investment, finance, or advisory services
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Argus; financial modeling expertise required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable state real estate license
• Familiarity with local market dynamics and trends preferred

Benefits

• health, vision, and dental insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life, and disability insurance programs
• paid and unpaid time away from work

Compensation

The compensation for the position is: $ 97,750.00 - $115,000.00

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodations

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO

Cushman & Wakefield

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com