Investment Analyst

General Summary

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

Essential Job Functions

1. Prepares detailed budgeting and projections of net operating income and cash flow utilizing financial modeling software (ARGUS and Excel).

1. 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.

1. Prepares investment memos for submission to Market Leaders, CEO, CIO and other senior management, as applicable, for pursuit cost approval of potential transactions. 

1. Assist in preparing annual investment budgets and in general strategic planning initiatives.

1. Performs administrative functions, including updating investment database and pipeline/status reports and special projects as assigned.

1. Out-of-town travel is an essential job function.

1. Performs other duties as assigned, some of which may be essential to the job.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. 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.

1. At least one to two years of finance- or real estate-related experience with similar job requirements, a plus.

1. 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.

1. Excellent interpersonal and telephone communication skills.

1. Strong organizational and written communication skills, including ability to prepare, edit, proofread, and check accuracy of documentation and presentations.

1. 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.

1. Attention to detail is required; accuracy of financial modeling is critical to making correct investment decisions.

 Physical and Other Requirements

1. Work requires regularly sitting for extended periods of time when working with computer system.

1. Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are relatively few physical discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise, and the like.

1. Internal Contacts: Interface with all departments within company to gather and exchange information to discuss results of financial research and analysis.

1. 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