Acquisitions Analyst

If you're driven and looking for a collaborative workplace that makes a difference, Fairfield might be the right fit for you. We are a leader in the multifamily housing industry, passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. Our culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work, offering opportunities for impact, skill development, and career growth.

About the Role

As an Acquisition Analyst, you will support Fairfield’s investment strategy by analyzing potential multifamily acquisitions and assisting the acquisitions team throughout the underwriting and transaction process. This role provides hands-on exposure to real estate investment analysis, market research, and transaction execution within a collaborative team environment. This position is based at our corporate office in San Diego, CA, with in-office attendance required Monday-Thursday and remote work on Friday. Applicants must be within commuting distance of our corporate office in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities

• Financial Modeling & Underwriting Support
  • Work with the acquisition team to create cash flow projections for potential investments.
  • Perform various types of analysis, research, and financial modeling.
  • Analyze property-level operating statements, rent rolls, and expense assumptions to support underwriting accuracy.
  • Support scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate investment risk and return profiles.
• Market & Investment Analysis
  • Conduct market rent surveys.
  • Research submarket trends, comparable properties, and economic drivers impacting property performance.
  • Evaluate market data to support assumptions used in acquisition underwriting.
  • Assist in validating revenue and expense assumptions through third-party data and internal benchmarks.
• Due Diligence & Transaction Support
  • Review third-party reports, including appraisals, inspections, and market studies to inform key decision makers.
  • Coordinate acquisition-related data and documentation across internal teams.
• Lender & Capital Partner Coordination
  • Respond to lender requests throughout the acquisition process.
  • Support the preparation of materials required for debt and equity partners.
  • Assist with tracking lender terms, assumptions, and conditions during underwriting and closing processes.
• Investment Committee & Internal Reporting
  • Help prepare submissions to Fairfield’s Investment Committee.
  • Maintain pipeline reports for various fund vehicles.
  • Update acquisition tracking tools and reports to reflect deal status, assumptions, and timelines.
  • Support senior team members with presentation materials and analysis for internal stakeholders.

Why You'll Love Fairfield

Fairfield is all about creating communities people are proud to call home. We foster an open-dialogue environment that encourages growth and the sharing of ideas. Our associates are a key ingredient to our success, and we reflect that in our culture.

• Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.
• Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers.
• Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.
• A Company that Cares: We offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability, including:
  • Competitive compensation plans
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance

Requirements

• Education & Certifications: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, real estate finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 0-2 years of experience in commercial real estate financial underwriting, due diligence review, and analysis.
  • Exposure to real estate financial analysis, investment analysis, or related analytical roles.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Understanding of fundamental real estate valuation and investment concepts (e.g., IRR, cap rates), including how these metrics are calculated, interpreted, and applied to investment decisions.
  • Strong quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze large data sets and translate numbers into meaningful insights.
  • Excellent communication ability (both oral and written), including the ability to clearly present financial findings to internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including financial modeling, data analysis, and presentation development.
  • Financial modeling and analytical reasoning skills applied to real estate investments.
  • Market research and data interpretation skills.
  • Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial information.

Pay

Estimated annual salary range: $70,500.00 - $79,000.00. This position is exempt. The pay range is determined by skills, experience, location, and job complexity. Potential job offers may vary based on individual candidate qualifications.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule with in-office attendance required Monday-Thursday and remote work on Friday.