Financial Analyst

RETS Associates has been retained by well-known private developer to recruit for a Financial Analyst based in Irvine, CA. The Analyst will support management in the evaluation and execution of ground-up development and investment opportunities while assisting with ongoing regional operations and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze markets and identify development and acquisition opportunities
• Build and evaluate financial models (cash flow, IRR, waterfalls, exit scenarios)
• Support due diligence efforts and assist with PSA and legal document review
• Prepare investment committee materials, business plans, and presentations
• Assist with lease structuring, construction financing, joint ventures, and capital raises
• Track budgets, proformas, and development costs; analyze forecast vs. actual results
• Participate in entitlement processes and construction coordination
• Maintain regional market data and provide insights on market conditions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, construction, accounting, legal, and finance teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s or MBA preferred
• 2–3 years of experience in real estate development, finance, capital markets, or brokerage
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; basic ARGUS knowledge
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and effective in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to travel up to 25%