Real Estate Analyst

Join Goodwin Knight, whose mission is “Making Life Better by building attainable housing for the “missing middle.” All Goodwin Knight projects target the “missing middle”, those who make too much to qualify for a subsidy but not enough to afford the sky-high cost of housing. Goodwin Knight is a subsidiary of The Challenger Group, a top 50 homebuilder in the United States. We are seeking a Real Estate Analyst.

Job Title: Real Estate Analyst Company: Goodwin Knight, LLC

Department: Asset Management Reports to: Head of Asset Management

Job Type: Regular Full-time Work Hours: M-TH 8-5, F 8-12

Effective Date: 4/11/2025 Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000

Profit Sharing: Company Profit Sharing is available

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Life/Accidental death insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Investment with 6% company match

Role Summary: The Real Estate Analyst will play a key role in evaluating and optimizing the performance of a multifamily property portfolio through in-depth financial analysis, market research, and data-driven insights. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, real estate acumen, and the ability to collaborate across teams. The analyst will support asset management strategies by conducting financial modeling, assessing property performance, and identifying value-enhancing opportunities to maximize portfolio returns.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Conducts in-depth financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting
• Develops and maintains financial model(s) to evaluate portfolio and property performance, including valuations, cash flows, and returns
• Prepares investor-grade reports, dashboards, and presentations with key portfolio metrics (e.g., occupancy, collections, expirations, renewals)
• Supports the preparation of materials for stakeholder presentations

Competitive Analysis & Market Research

• Assists in screening potential acquisitions and model returns for dispositions
• Analyzes local and regional real estate markets, including rent comparables, supply/demand trends, and economic indicators
• Tracks macroeconomic factors impacting multifamily performance (interest rates, employment, demographics)

Revenue Optimization

• Supports leasing strategies by analyzing tenant retention, concessions, and occupancy rates
• Identifies opportunities for revenue growth through rent benchmarking and market positioning

Data Management & Systems

• Maintains accurate property data in internal databases and reporting tools
• Ensures documentation (leases, budgets, contracts) is organized and accessible
• Streamlines reporting processes through automation and improved data visualization

Minimum Required Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field or 4 years of experience in real estate asset management, property management, or a related field, preferably in the multifamily sector
• Strong financial acumen, with the ability to analyze and interpret financial statements and reports
• Proficiency in property management software (e.g., Yardi, RealPage) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Preferred Education/Credentials/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Four (4) Years of experience in real estate asset management, property management, or a related field
• Preferred work history in the multifamily sector of the homebuilding industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment