What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acquisition Analyst position at IRA Capital?
Overview:
IRA Capital (“IRA”) is a real estate private equity company with extensive acquisition, investment, development, and asset management expertise. Since 2010, IRA has acquired and overseen over 10 million square feet of commercial real estate with a total capitalization in excess of $3.5 Billion. The company is focused on acquiring high quality, well located, real estate across investment strategies and product types, which include medical office buildings, senior housing, office, retail, industrial, multi-family, hospitals, and more. Our dedicated healthcare real estate platforms present an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our continued growth and success.
The Analyst will directly support the associates, VPs, and managing partners in all aspects of sourcing, underwriting and executing transactions on behalf of the firm.
Responsibilities include:
· Develop detailed pro-forma cash flow, DCF, and acquisition models
· Conduct market research and analyze market data including market occupancy, rental rates, demographics, competitor positioning and economic information
· Conduct all aspects of due diligence including writing business plan, analyzing market research, tenant credit/financials, 3rd party reports, etc.
· Review, interpret, and summarize real estate leases, and interface with various departments throughout the acquisition process
· Interface with property managers, corporate finance, lenders, investment brokers, accountants, tax experts and attorneys
· Prepare various acquisition and strategic analysis reports that reflect current acquisition activity and market trends
· Prepare and maintain files for each assigned property that provides information on buildings, utilities, contractors, contracts, emergency procedures, property insurance, and other information necessary to operate each property
· Prepare and track annual budgets, business/leasing assumptions and quarterly reports for assigned properties to meet financial obligations
· Prepare annual CAM reconciliations
Candidate Requirements include:
· 1-3 years of experience with an investment sales team, REIT, real estate fund, or investment bank is preferred
· Strong analytical valuation techniques and vetting for potential acquisition targets
· Expert knowledge of real estate cash flow modeling using Excel and experience with Argus
· Communication skills to interface with the acquisition team, outside consultants, and investment sales professionals
· Proficiency in procuring, analyzing, and synthesizing market research
· Proficiency in reviewing leases, historical income, expense evaluation and other knowledge evaluating other due diligence materials
· Ability to prioritize and work independently; strong desire to learn and ability to quickly learn
· Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
· Bachelor’s degree from four‐year university – minimum 3.5 GPA
Benefits:
· Competitive salary commensurate with experience
· Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
· Retirement savings plan with employer match
· Paid time off and holidays
· Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing company