Entrada Partners ("Entrada") is a real estate private equity firm focused on value-add investments in middle-market industrial, office and flex assets. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with regional offices in Los Angeles and San Antonio. Entrada's portfolio consists of more than 3.5 million square feet with a portfolio valuation exceeding $500 million. Entrada's mission is to generate superior risk-adjusted returns for its investors and provide a high level of service to its tenants with a philosophy centered around integrity and professionalism.
Job Description:
Entrada Partners is seeking a Financial Analyst to become an integral part of our asset management and acquisitions teams. Based in the Dallas office, this person will play a critical role in all aspects of financial analysis, including analysis surrounding leasing, budgeting and reporting efforts for existing investments, as well as assisting with acquisitions and due diligence efforts for target investments. The position offers the opportunity to gain a wide breadth of experience on the front end of the investment process with the acquisitions team and operationally with the asset management team. The Financial Analyst will gain extensive knowledge in the flex, office, and industrial sectors and will have close interaction and collaboration with senior management.
Responsibilities:
Asset Operations:
Assist in the financial analysis, modeling, and projections of existing assets in various stages of operation (e.g. stabilized, distressed, value-add and lease-up) utilizing Excel and Argus Enterprise.
Prepare and update cash flow models that will be utilized in the ongoing valuation of real estate investments.
Support asset management on investment execution.
Provide support on asset/portfolio financings and potential disposition efforts.
Perform analysis to support leasing decisions.
Monitor portfolio performance, prepare analysis to support property decisions to ensure execution is consistent with portfolio investment objectives.
Work within RAVTI and VTS asset management software programs to ensure data integrity.
Ad hoc analysis as the need arises.
Acquisitions
Underwrite new acquisition opportunities in Entrada's target markets, primarily focused on industrial and flex assets with heavy utilization of Excel and Argus Enterprise.
Build/maintain financial models in Excel and Argus Enterprise.
Perform investment due diligence alongside the asset management and acquisition team members.
Draft investment memorandums and perform market research.
Perform targeted research projects on new investment strategies or acquisition targets.
Market Research:
Provide research support utilizing online, internal, and external resources.
Gather market research and stay current on industry trends.
Maintain thorough market awareness in targeted markets through direct research and review of third-party research.
Reporting:
Prepare variance reports, analyses, and portfolio summaries for senior management.
Review monthly operational reports, property forecasts, and Argus cash flows for accuracy and provide variance analysis.
Support investor communication and prepare portfolio reporting.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field is required.
1+ years of real estate experience in industrial/office/flex real estate or financial analysis.
Experience and knowledge in asset underwriting, investment, and operations is a plus.
Advanced proficiency in ARGUS Enterprise preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including building models and data analysis.
A strong analytical thought process with sound judgement and a keen attention to detail.
Ability to be a self-starter and work effectively in a small team and contribute to areas beyond the direct scope of responsibility.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must have strong project management skills, including the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Attention to detail and a desire to produce the highest quality work product.
Superior organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex and diversified work-streams in a fast-paced environment.
A flexible team player who takes initiative and is dedicated, hard-working, and has an ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Perks:
Competitive Pay + bonus incentive.
Company subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance.
Robust time off structure with PTO, Sick time, Paid jury duty, Bereavement, and Parental Leave.
Fun, entrepreneurial workplace.
Open door environment, with direct access to senior management.