Real Estate Analyst

We are looking for a Real Estate Analyst to join a commercial real estate and hospitality development firm in Los Angeles, California. This position is suited for a finance specialist with strong attention to detail who can evaluate investment opportunities, support capital planning efforts, and translate complex data into actionable recommendations. The role offers exposure to acquisitions, development analysis, and strategic decision-making within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial evaluations of commercial real estate and hospitality opportunities to support acquisition, development, and investment decisions.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models that assess project performance, return scenarios, and key business assumptions.
• Lead property and deal-level due diligence by reviewing financial records, market information, and operational data for accuracy and risk.
• Prepare underwriting analyses for prospective transactions, including sensitivity testing and valuation assessments.
• Support fundraising activities by developing analytical materials, investment summaries, and presentation content for stakeholders and capital partners.
• Perform value creation analysis to identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost improvement, and asset performance optimization.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate variances to highlight trends, risks, and areas requiring management attention.
• Produce ad hoc financial reporting and data-driven insights to assist leadership with strategic and operational decisions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, investment analysis, or a related role within commercial real estate.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, underwriting, and valuation analysis for commercial real estate transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to perform variance analysis and deliver clear interpretations of financial performance.
• Experience conducting ad hoc analysis and using data mining techniques to uncover trends and support decision-making.
• Solid understanding of commercial real estate fundamentals, including asset evaluation, deal structuring, and due diligence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, presentations, and investment materials.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.