Acquisitions Analyst

Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments is a leading provider of high-quality affordable housing developments throughout the nation. The Acquisitions Analyst will underwrite and structure equity investments in affordable multi-family communities being developed or preserved across the country through use of the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program. The analyst will perform various tasks analyzing the underlying real estate and will prepare investment recommendations to RJAHI’s investment committee. RJAHI provides a robust training platform focused on real estate analysis and this position will provide opportunities for a variety of real estate careers. Join RJAHI in our mission to provide impactful investments and improve communities.

• Conduct initial feasibility analysis of prospective investment opportunities.
• Analyze third-party market studies and other data for prospective markets.
• Analyze proposed pro forma rents and operating budgets.
• Maintain financial models projecting the operating performance and tax benefits of multi-family real estate investments.
• Prepare investment analysis packages.
• Present proposed investments to Investment Committee.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

• Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies.
• Fundamental concepts, principles and practices of Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC).
• Fundamental concepts, principles and practices of the real estate industry.
• Principles of banking and finance industry operations.

• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Detail-orientation and accuracy.
• Operating standard office equipment and using required software applications, including Microsoft Office and established databases.

• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Organize, manage and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Analyze data, identify issues, draw logical conclusions and interpret results for use in decision making.
• Provide accurate and high quality work product in a timely manner.
• Convey information clearly and effectively.
• Be proactive and demonstrate readiness and ability to initiate action.
• Assume full responsibility and accountability for own actions.
• Demonstrate uncompromising adherence to ethical principles.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements:
Education/Previous Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in business, finance, accounting or related field and some real estate experience.

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• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

• None required.