Financial Analyst, Capital Markets
Cushman & Wakefield · Dallas, TX
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- $85,000 / year
- Dallas, TX
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Financial Analyst, Capital Markets
Cushman & Wakefield · Dallas, TX
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Job highlights
- Analyze real estate assets for investment sales.
- Develop complex financial models using Excel and Argus.
- Conduct market research and property evaluations.
- Summarize findings for brokers and clients.
- Support transaction execution and training.
About the role
Financial Analyst, Capital Markets
The Capital Markets Financial Analyst will support transactions generated by Cushman & Wakefield’s Investment Sales brokerage services, primarily focusing on office and industrial assets. This role involves complex financial analysis, including pricing, creating and auditing Excel and Argus Enterprise valuation models, lease abstraction, and due diligence. The analyst will translate findings into high-level summaries for Capital Market brokers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of complex financial analysis and modeling requests.
- Analyze and evaluate property rent rolls and operating statements to determine feasibility and valuation.
- Prepare pro forma statements, discounted cash flow analyses, and Excel-based financial models.
- Audit existing financial models for accuracy and identify data gaps.
- Review and summarize tenant leases, articulating issues clearly.
- Conduct market research to analyze property and market conditions.
- Communicate analysis findings clearly and effectively to stakeholders.
- Develop high-level analysis summaries, identifying transaction considerations, trends, and inconsistencies.
- Assist in preparing marketing materials and underwriting for sales transactions.
- Perform quality control reviews and identify areas for continuous development and training.
- Assist in training and developing other analysts.
- Support process improvement and automation initiatives.
- Track and develop working knowledge of real estate fundamentals and industry trends.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Other Requirements & Administrative Duties
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field is preferred.
- A combination of education without a degree and relevant corporate work experience may be considered.
- 0 to 3 years of commercial real estate financial analysis and cash flow modeling experience. Capital Markets experience is a plus.
- Extensive experience with Argus Enterprise and other discounted cash flow tools is required.
- Strong knowledge of real estate financial concepts and cash flow underwriting fundamentals.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel.
- Passion for client delivery, with a strong emphasis on high-quality work and meeting deadlines.
- Critical thinking, strong analytical skills, and high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong time management and organization skills.
- Proactive and takes initiative in all aspects of the role.
- Growth-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and share knowledge.
- Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Skills/Competency
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- Argus Enterprise
- Excel
- Lease Abstraction
- Due Diligence
- Market Research
- Financial Analysis
- Real Estate
- Capital Markets
Skills & topics
- Financial Analyst
- Capital Markets
- Financial Modeling
- Valuation
- Argus Enterprise
- Excel
- Commercial Real Estate
- Investment Sales
- Due Diligence
- Market Research
- Finance
- Real Estate Analysis
- Underwriting
- Cash Flow Modeling
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight financial modeling, Argus Enterprise, and commercial real estate experience relevant to Capital Markets.
- Showcase analytical skills: Emphasize your ability to perform complex financial analysis, conduct market research, and attention to detail.
- Demonstrate proficiency: Clearly state your expertise in Microsoft Excel, Argus Enterprise, and discounted cash flow tools.
- Highlight soft skills: Mention your client delivery passion, proactive attitude, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepare for modeling questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with financial models and valuation techniques during the interview.
Technical preparation
Master Excel for complex financial modeling.,Become proficient in Argus Enterprise valuation software.,Practice lease abstraction and data analysis.,Study real estate finance and market trends.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you handled competing priorities.,How do you ensure accuracy in your financial models?,Tell me about a complex analysis you led.,How do you approach learning new industry trends?
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical career progression for a Financial Analyst, Capital Markets at Cushman & Wakefield?
- The Financial Analyst, Capital Markets role at Cushman & Wakefield offers a strong foundation in commercial real estate finance. Progression typically involves advancing to senior analyst roles, specializing in specific asset classes, or moving into deal management or brokerage support positions within Capital Markets. Your growth will depend on performance, learning agility, and the opportunities available within the firm.
- What specific financial modeling skills are most critical for this Financial Analyst, Capital Markets role?
- For this Financial Analyst, Capital Markets position, extensive experience with Argus Enterprise is crucial for auditing and creating valuation models. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for building complex financial models, including discounted cash flow analyses and pro forma statements, is also essential. The ability to abstract leases and accurately input data is key.
- How does Cushman & Wakefield support professional development for Financial Analysts?
- Cushman & Wakefield supports professional development through on-the-job training, opportunities to assist in training other analysts, and involvement in process improvement and automation initiatives. The company encourages tracking and developing working knowledge of real estate fundamentals and industry trends, fostering a growth-oriented mindset and knowledge sharing.
- What is the expected work environment for a Financial Analyst, Capital Markets?
- The Financial Analyst, Capital Markets role is based in Dallas, TX, requiring on-site work in a local Cushman & Wakefield office. Team members may need to travel and work outside normal operating hours depending on project demands and market conditions, emphasizing a dynamic and potentially demanding work environment.
- How important is prior commercial real estate experience for this Financial Analyst role?
- Prior commercial real estate financial analysis and cash flow modeling experience is highly valued, with 0-3 years expected. While Capital Markets experience is a plus, the core requirement is strong financial analysis skills, particularly with tools like Argus Enterprise and Excel, applied to real estate assets.