Acquisitions Analyst - Contour

Pennrose•Brooklyn, NY

About The Position

Contour Housing Partners (“Contour”) is a housing preservation firm that invests mission-driven capital in communities of need to preserve quality affordable housing. The Acquisitions Analyst analyzes and underwrites potential investment opportunities for consistency with Contour’s business plan. The work includes researching real estate deal documents and financial statements, and creating detailed pro forma budgets and schedules for internal review. The analyst also works with third-party property management professionals to administer and report on property operating plans before and immediately after asset acquisition. The role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment alongside executive leadership to support investment decisions, advance housing policies, and improve the lives of households across the country. The stated pay range is $100,000–$120,000 per year, plus bonus depending on experience.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in an investment bank, investment sales group, private equity firm, CRE lender or investor, or national real estate company.
Undergraduate degree.
Expertise in Excel-based financial modeling, including multi-tier waterfall structures.
Fundamental understanding of multifamily real estate and familiarity with joint venture structures.
Thorough understanding of real estate finance, including DCF, NPV, IRR, cap rates, interest rates, and tax treatments.
Commitment to mission-centric community development.
Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and solve problems.
Strong project management and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in real estate, finance, accounting, or law.
LIHTC and Section 8 experience.

Responsibilities

Help manage the potential acquisition pipeline by maintaining an asset database.
Independently assess whether a property, partner, and acquisition business plan align with investment criteria.
Prepare and submit financing applications.
Review debt and equity term sheets.
Identify and obtain due diligence information for underwriting, including financial statements, rent rolls, loan documents, regulatory agreements, partnership agreements, housing assistance payment contracts, real estate tax structures, and other relevant materials.
Conduct local market research and assess national trends to inform investment planning.
Adjust and customize investment underwriting models to reflect each transaction’s terms and business plan.
Coordinate third-party reports and site inspections.
Collaborate with asset managers, property management staff, developers, and third-party professionals to execute transactions.
Prepare memoranda and proposals for internal presentation to the Contour investment committee.
Develop presentations for Contour’s board of directors for quarterly board meetings.
Work with third-party property management professionals to administer and report on property operating plans before and immediately after asset acquisition.