Financial Analyst (Multi-Family)

About the role

Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst to support the financial and operational performance of a diverse real estate portfolio across private equity and non-traded REIT platforms. This role reports directly to the Assistant Vice President and offers hands-on exposure to asset management, financial analysis, and value-creation initiatives across multiple property types. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build a strong foundation in real estate asset management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with asset management, property management, accounting, operations, and due diligence teams to gather data and perform financial analyses that support decision-making
• Assist in the review of annual operating and capital budgets, including analysis of revenue, operating expenses, and capital expenditure (CapEx) projections
• Prepare and maintain cost/benefit analyses for CapEx and property improvement projects
• Track progress and performance of CapEx and value-add initiatives
• Analyze monthly and quarterly operating statements, comparing actual performance to budgets and original investment projections
• Support hold/sell analyses and other investment-level evaluations
• Assist with property dispositions, including due diligence coordination, transaction support, and responding to broker and buyer requests
• Create, monitor, and report on key performance metrics at the asset and portfolio level
• Conduct site inspections as needed (travel required)

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel required for site visits
• Up to 10% travel, including day trips and occasional overnight stays (1–3 nights)

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered

Experience

• 0–1 years of finance or accounting experience preferred
• Real estate–related experience is a plus, but not required

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of financial concepts such as NOI, IRR, cash-on-cash returns, discounted cash flow, and present value
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required
• Familiarity with Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits

Inland offers a competitive range of benefits for eligible Full-time employees:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
• Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
• Vacation Time, Nine Paid Holidays, Three floating holidays per year
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement opportunity
• Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid Parental Leave

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $66,000-$75,000. This position is eligible to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus program.

Why Inland

• Gain exposure to institutional real estate asset management
• Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment
• Opportunity to develop technical, analytical, and industry-specific skills
• Competitive compensation and benefits