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Investment AnalystFirst Industrial • West Chester, PA, US
Investment Analyst

Investment Analyst

First Industrial • West Chester, PA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

General Summary

Responsible for financial analysis of prospective acquisitions / developments and preparation of investment memos for proposed transactions.

Essential Job Functions

  • Prepares detailed budgeting and projections of net operating income and cash flow utilizing financial modeling software (ARGUS and Excel).
  • Conducts market research and analysis to provide a basis for assumptions used in financial modeling for prospective developments / acquisitions. Interacts with regional offices, management, teammates across disciplines of the company, consultants, brokers, and other market participants to gather / verify research, modeling assumptions / costs, and conclusions.
  • Prepares investment memos for submission to Market Leaders, CEO, CIO and other senior management, as applicable, for pursuit cost approval of potential transactions.
  • Assist in preparing annual investment budgets and in general strategic planning initiatives.
  • Performs administrative functions, including updating investment database and pipeline / status reports and special projects as assigned.
  • Out-of-town travel is an essential job function.
  • Performs other duties as assigned, some of which may be essential to the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of basic finance principles at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s degree in finance. Must have the ability to analyze and understand leases, operating statements, purchase contracts, letters of intent, and financial statements, as well as a general understanding of credit and capital markets.
  • At least one to two years of finance- or real estate-related experience with similar job requirements, a plus.
  • Must have a thorough understanding of financial modeling, including the production of cash flow models, cash-on-cash yield, IRR analysis, and discounted cash flow valuations. Experience with and high-level understanding of real estate principles, terminology, and financial modeling using ARGUS and EXCEL is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and telephone communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and written communication skills, including ability to prepare, edit, proofread, and check accuracy of documentation and presentations.
  • Strong computer skills necessary to prepare and adjust financial models, enter and manipulate words / data, and use standard microcomputer-based software to communicate with others, prepare documentation, and / or analyze data.
  • Attention to detail is required; accuracy of financial modeling is critical to making correct investment decisions.

    • Physical and Other Requirements

  • Work requires regularly sitting for extended periods of time when working with computer system.
  • Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are relatively few physical discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.
  • Internal Contacts : Interface with all departments within company to gather and exchange information to discuss results of financial research and analysis.
  • External Contacts : Brokers, attorneys, consultants and tenants to obtain or exchange information related to research, analysis, and due diligence.

    • How to Apply

    To apply for this position, please visit http : / / www.firstindustrial.com and submit a resume and cover letter through our “Careers” section.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, M / F / D / V

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    Investment Analyst • West Chester, PA, US