FCG Financial Analyst

Company: CBRE
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

FCG Financial Analyst

Job ID

209455

Posted

07-Mar-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Capital Markets

Location(s)

Los Angeles - California - United States of America

About the role

The Financial Consulting Group (FCG) of CBRE is seeking a financial analyst. This position will play an integral role in working to develop financial models and deliver business strategies to all CBRE clients (local, national and international) for their real estate decision making requirements. The chosen candidate will have a strong foundational knowledge of financial/valuation concepts, demonstrate a passion for real estate, work well in a dynamic team environment and demonstrate a strong work ethic.

FCG provides sophisticated financial underwriting and analytical services for the clients of the world's largest commercial real estate services company. This is a unique opportunity for the right individual to be a part of this team and to work with, and learn from, the best in the industry.

What you'll do

• Provide sophisticated financial analysis modeling a client's current and future occupancy costs by providing cash flow projections and pricing of various leasehold and/or ownership interests. This may include such analyses as: Lease vs Own, Lease Comparison, Lease Restructure, Subleases, Point-of-Indifference, Purchase, Disposition, Sale-Leaseback, Portfolio review/strategy
• Create financial models using a variety of decision-making metrics to assist clients in making real estate occupancy decisions. These metrics may include one or more of the following: Pre-tax cash flows, after-tax cash flows, net present value analyses, US GAAP/Profit and Loss, balance sheet
• Analyze, review, and interpret real estate source documents, including operating statements, rent rolls, leases, and other due diligence material
• Compile and present the results of analyses and effectively address questions.
• Identify property-level financial issues and make recommendations.
  
  What you'll need
  
  • Sophisticated, clear and clean communication skills (verbal, written, numeric, presentations) for all levels of employees, Brokers, Clients and Management.
  • Bachelor's degree with high academic achievement in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
  • Strong understanding of financial concepts (i.e., Discounted Cash Flow, IRR, NPV, etc.)
  • Intermediate-level Excel skills.
  • Must demonstrate an aptitude for building and understanding financial models.
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills in combination with outstanding communication skills (both oral and written).
  • Self-starter with sharp focus on details with an awareness of the bigger picture.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and work under the pressure of multiple deadlines.
  • Intellectual curiosity with a demonstrated enthusiasm for the commercial real estate industry.
  • A sense of personal accountability and urgency for achieving results in a challenging, fast-paced, environment.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and with all levels of personnel.
  • Professional demeanor and positive attitude.
  • Real estate license will be required within six months of employment.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
    Why CBRE?
    
    A culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!
    
    We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we live in!
    
    CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Financial Analyst position is $66,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Financial Analyst position is $85,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance. The application window is anticipated to close on March 11 and may be extended as needed. Or to express interest in similar roles, visit CBRE.com/careers
    
    Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
    
    Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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