Overview of Tasks & Responsibilities
Griffin Partners Inc. is looking for a motivated individual to join their team as a financial analyst. This role will be responsible for analyzing real estate investment opportunities, including acquisition of existing office, industrial, and mixed-use assets, development of speculative and build-to-suits industrial projects, as well as assisting in asset management and investment reporting requirements. This person will work closely with executive level personnel. With high performance, this position provides the opportunity for quick vertical advancement.
Key Items of Responsibilities
1. Conduct initial underwriting of potential investments, including review of investment offering materials, detailed analysis of Argus models and investment proformas.
2. Conduct comprehensive research and data analysis on the market, submarket, and competitive projects of potential investments.
3. Maintain financial proformas and Argus files to assess ways to enhance performance of existing assets, report actual investment performance, and help identify strategic disposition strategies.
4. Assist in the Due Diligence process of potential investments including financial, operational, and physical condition review.
5. Assist in the preparation of Investment Packages to be reviewed by the Investment Committee for approval.
6. Collaborate with other functional areas to ensure that transactions are accounted for properly.
7. Propose and implement initiatives aimed to improve efficiency and quality of existing modeling, proforma, or investor communication processes.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, or accounting
• 1-2 years real estate or finance related industry experience preferred.
Qualities of a Successful Candidate
• Dependable - Takes responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Communication - Listens and asks for clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Teamwork – Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality/Productivity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; meets and strives to exceed productivity standards.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, REFM (Real Estate Financial Modeling), Argus Enterprise experience is a plus.
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and in turn maximizing use of time
About Griffin Partners
Griffin Partners is a commercial real estate investment, development, and property management firm founded in 1980 by Fred Griffin. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Griffin Partners cumulatively has acquired or developed over 18 million square feet of space across more than 79 projects comprised of 112 individual properties, with an aggregate value that exceeds over $2.5 billion. The company owns and operates properties throughout Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Tennessee, and North Carolina. For more information on Griffin Partners, visit www.griffinpartners.com
Position: Analyst
Location: Houston, TX
Please send resumes to: hr@griffinpartners.com