Senior Financial Analyst
Raleigh, WV - USA
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Job Summary
As part of the Finance and Investments teams primary responsibilities include performing ad hoc analyses using custom and off-the-shelf analytic tools completing special projects/assignments as needed underwriting acquisitions and dispositions for company-owned properties and preparing monthly and quarterly reports. This position will have a role in helping implement data visualization/business intelligence tools as well as support Strategy initiatives.
WORK PERFORMED:
- Assist Finance team with exploring new ways to view and use internal and external data sources to improve communication and advocate new ways to approach business challenges.
- Work with the Investments team to underwrite potential acquisitions and dispositions using both Argus and internal company forecasts.
- Assist Investments team in transaction processes from initial sourcing to closing and manage diligence material gathering/distribution
- Work with the Investments team in lease forecasting lease analysis and asset management and support for third-party managed assets
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports as determined by the Director of Finance and Portfolio Analytics
- Reports could include:
- Occupancy
- Division Monthly Financial Reviews
- Corporate Monthly Financial Reviews
- Preparing data for the Companys publicly released documents
- Ad Hoc analysis for analyst calls board division and officer meetings
- Peer Overview and Analysis
- Market Research for Leasing and Investment Analysis
- Leasing Statistics and Analysis
- Impairment Analysis
- NAV modeling
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Skills/Knowledge):
- Strong mathematical aptitude and analytical skills
- Proficiency in the creation and manipulation of Excel spreadsheets
- Excellent time management written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritize deadlines and work independently
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency MS Office and Global Software experience a plus
- Argus underwriting experience strongly preferred
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelors degree in business economics finance or related field
- 3-5 years of experience in real estate and/or finance preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office setting; routinely uses technology tools such as computers and video conferencing equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regular sitting standing and walking; may occasionally need to balance stoop kneel or crouch and lift or move up to ten pounds.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Highwoods Properties, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a publicly traded (NYSE:HIW) real estate investment trust (“REIT”) and a member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. The Company is a fully-integrated office REIT that owns, develops, acquires, leases and manages properties pr ... View more