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Job Description: Spring Semester Real Estate Finance & Development Intern ($20/hour)
Location: Greater Cincinnati (Crestview Hills, KY)
Company: Columbia Sussex Corporation & its affiliatesFin
Hours: 16 hours per week, in person at company headquarters
About Us:
Crestview Management, LLC (an affiliate of Columbia Sussex) is a hotel developer, owner/operator with over 50 years’ experience developing, owning, and operating properties throughout the US and Caribbean. We are searching for a paid Finance & Development Intern to join our dynamic team and support the organization’s growth through insightful financial analysis, reporting, and special projects.Position Summary:This role will play a critical role in evaluating financial performance, assisting in forecasting and budgeting, and supporting the leadership team with decision-making insights. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, analytics, and data interpretation, with experience in the hospitality or real estate industries being a plus.Key Responsibilities:• Financial Analysis and Reporting:• Analyze financial statements, operational reports, and KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analysis for senior management.• Budgeting and Forecasting:• Assist in the preparation and management of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and trend analysis.• Develop financial models to project revenue, expenses, and profitability for existing and prospective properties.• Development• Help analyze potential acquisition opportunities and development projects.• Work directly with construction and development teams to assist with streamlining reporting.• Variance Analysis:• Conduct variance analysis by comparing actual results to budgeted performance and provide actionable insights.• Work closely with property management division to align financial performance with strategic goals, and implement dashboards to provide additional transparency.• Strategic Decision Support:• Perform market analysis and competitive benchmarking to support acquisition, divestiture, and development decisions.• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and lead special projects to support management initiatives.• Process Improvement:• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements in financial reporting and analysis, software, and systems.• Collaborate with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure data accuracy and integrity.Qualifications:• Significant coursework in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.• Experience within the hospitality, real estate, or related field.• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting.• Advanced proficiency in Excel, with experience building complex financial models.• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.• Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the financial health and growth of one of the leading private hospitality firms in the US. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make an impact and gain invaluable experience, we encourage you to apply!Crestview Management, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment.