Investment Analyst - Dallas, TX

Intro:
At Cortland, you map the story of your success. We don't adhere to the status quo, we love outside industry perspective, and we thrive on exploring possibilities and reimagining solutions. As an innovative leader in multifamily, our high performance continues to drive exponential growth – and we invite you to join us on our journey towards real estate excellence. With tools and guidance to sharpen your skills, you can forge your own career path, love what you do, and let it show.

Job Overview:
The Investment Analyst functions as part of the Cortland Investments Department, supporting the asset management, development, and acquisition of large multifamily communities through quantitative analysis, modeling, and reporting.

Roles You Will Play:
• Use financial projection models to monitor performance of investments relative to market conditions and specific business plans
• Help forecast revenue, occupancy, and expenses, and underwrite for the development, acquisition, and disposition of various real estate investments
• Compile information and create concise reports; prepare investment briefs, committee materials, investor reports, and more
• Report property and portfolio valuations of real estate assets, based on the latest debt and equity sources to investors and internal teams as needed
• Continuously audit your analyses and conclusions to ensure accurate reporting
• Conduct market research that will allow you to analyze supply/demand and rent/sales comparables, including estimated replacement cost
• Review operating and capital budgets, and support the execution of property business plans for the Investments team
• Work closely with the Revenue Management and Operations team to ensure that all goals are aligned with the business plan and each community is meeting its target for occupancy, rent, and renewal rates
• Travel as needed to see new potential acquisitions and track renovation progress
• Work closely with the Investment Associate to take on more responsibilities and expand your role with the team
• All other duties as assigned

Building Blocks of Success:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business or related major, or equivalent experience required 
• 1-3 years’ experience in investment or financial analysis
• Experience in the multifamily industry preferred
• Strong quantitative, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective organizational and strategic planning skills
• Exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis applications

Outro:
At Cortland, we create, reimagine, and manage apartment communities for residents nationwide. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have communities and regional offices all over the country, as well as overseas. From product design and procurement to general contracting and property management, we do it all – to make sure our communities are the perfect setting for living life to its fullest.

 

Our success is fueled by our belief in a better life – where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every open door is a new opportunity to go beyond expectations. We come to work every day to create possibilities for people – possibilities that translate into superior living spaces and experiences designed to inspire our residents, associates, and investors to live a better life focused on what matters most to them.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website, please email (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Cortland is a drug-free workplace. Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.