What are the responsibilities and job description for the Atlanta, Georgia – Financial Analyst position at Columbia Residential?
Career Description
Columbia Residential is looking for a Financial Analyst located in Atlanta, Georgia to become a part of our team! As a member of the Columbia Residential family, you will become an integral contributor to fulfilling the mission and vision of the company.
Position Financial Analyst: Reports to VP of Asset Management & Preservation:
Position Summary
The Financial Analyst will support the Asset Management team in overseeing the financial performance of a multifamily real estate portfolio. This role will be responsible for analyzing property performance, preparing financial reports, assisting with budget development, monitoring compliance with financing requirements, and providing decision-making support to senior management and ownership groups. The analyst will play a key role in optimizing asset value and ensuring strong financial returns across the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Analysis & Reporting:
Education & Experience:
Columbia Residential is the leading property management and Development Company in this region, specializing in the low-affordable market. Our Mission Statement is:
Because we know that compensation is not your only consideration when making a career decision, Columbia Residential offers a rich and competitive benefits package to our team members.
Columbia Residential is looking for a Financial Analyst located in Atlanta, Georgia to become a part of our team! As a member of the Columbia Residential family, you will become an integral contributor to fulfilling the mission and vision of the company.
Position Financial Analyst: Reports to VP of Asset Management & Preservation:
Position Summary
The Financial Analyst will support the Asset Management team in overseeing the financial performance of a multifamily real estate portfolio. This role will be responsible for analyzing property performance, preparing financial reports, assisting with budget development, monitoring compliance with financing requirements, and providing decision-making support to senior management and ownership groups. The analyst will play a key role in optimizing asset value and ensuring strong financial returns across the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Analysis & Reporting:
- Prepare and maintain detailed property and portfolio-level financial models.
- Track operating performance versus budget, pro forma, and industry benchmarks.
- Conduct variance analysis on monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
- Create dashboards, reports, and presentations for ownership, investors, and executive management.
- Assist with annual budgeting and reforecasting processes for assigned properties.
- Support due diligence efforts for acquisitions, refinancing, and dispositions.
- Monitor loan covenants, partnership agreements, and other compliance requirements.
- Evaluate capital improvement projects and return-on-investment opportunities.
- Work closely with property management teams to identify operational efficiencies.
- Analyze market trends, rent growth, occupancy, and competitive positioning.
- Support strategic planning by providing market intelligence and scenario modeling.
- Develop and enhance financial reporting tools and best practices.
- Collaborate with accounting, property operations, and development teams to align financial goals.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, or related field (MBA or CFA a plus).
- 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably in real estate, asset management, or property management.
- Knowledge of multifamily operations and real estate finance is strongly preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Excel financial modeling; familiarity with Yardi, RealPage, MRI, or other property management/accounting systems a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present financial insights clearly.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Team-oriented with ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and variance analysis.
- Effectiveness of recommendations to improve asset performance.
- Contribution to successful refinancing, acquisitions, and dispositions.
- Development of financial tools that enhance efficiency and decision-making.
Columbia Residential is the leading property management and Development Company in this region, specializing in the low-affordable market. Our Mission Statement is:
- To provide quality affordable housing for low and moderate-income families.
- To provide an environment for its team members to excel and to be recognized and rewarded for their accomplishments.
- To provide the principals and partners with a fair return on their efforts and investments.
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Responsibility
- Responsiveness
- Respect
- Character
Because we know that compensation is not your only consideration when making a career decision, Columbia Residential offers a rich and competitive benefits package to our team members.
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance (AFLAC)
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Performance-based Bonus Program
- Tuition and Professional Development Assistance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Paid Time-Off (including your birthday!)
- Paid Holidays
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Employee Referral Program
