Associate Asset Management

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for an Associate of Asset Management! This person can be located in Chicago or Westmont, IL offices. This is a key role for the organization that is responsible for creation, oversight and implementation of strategic business plans and programs for Multifamily, Senior Living and Active Adult properties; blending together oversight of operations, marketing and sales with hands-on financial planning and execution. The candidate must have the ability to consider the objectives of both Ryan Companies and our operating and investment partners, with a focus on increasing the value of the properties and providing an exceptional experience for our residents. Some things you can expect to do: Review monthly property reports and cash flow forecasts; follow up with property accountant and operating partners on variances and other concerns. Perform property benchmarking analysis, comparing to other Ryan communities and industry benchmarks. Prepare reports relating to individual community performance, problems and work-out strategies, construction and leasing status, etc. Assist with the preparation of investment partner presentation reports and investment memorandums. Conduct annual site inspections of the communities to analyze the overall condition of the property and make appropriate recommendations. Prepare financial assessments and provide recommendations on overall strategy. Prepare cash flow forecast models at a building and portfolio level. Assist with research tasks related to overview of competitive market, and demographic trends within the portfolio's geographic area. Maintain project database with information available for immediate access related to key indicators, performance and project details. Assist with preparation of annual business plans and review of operating and capital budgets. Research and present strategic cost cutting initiatives and operational efficiencies. Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and performance of comparable properties. Effectively interact with in-house departments including accounting, investments/acquisitions, capital markets, accounting and legal to ensure a team-oriented approach. Comfortable presenting information, direction and follow up amongst internal and external partners. Stay aware of trends and information in the housing industry.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, real estate, or related field.
5+ years of experience as an asset management professional in real estate or the housing sector.
Knowledge of financial statements, forecasting and modeling, property management issues, loan agreements, policies, and procedures.
Knowledgeable on the following aspects of real estate and senior housing: Organizational structures/documents (LLC agreements, partnership agreements); property tax assessment process; partnership agreement & structure, management agreements, financing structures/loan documentation and valuation theory/analysis.
Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Review monthly property reports and cash flow forecasts; follow up with property accountant and operating partners on variances and other concerns.
Perform property benchmarking analysis, comparing to other Ryan communities and industry benchmarks.
Prepare reports relating to individual community performance, problems and work-out strategies, construction and leasing status, etc.
Assist with the preparation of investment partner presentation reports and investment memorandums.
Conduct annual site inspections of the communities to analyze the overall condition of the property and make appropriate recommendations.
Prepare financial assessments and provide recommendations on overall strategy.
Prepare cash flow forecast models at a building and portfolio level.
Assist with research tasks related to overview of competitive market, and demographic trends within the portfolio's geographic area.
Maintain project database with information available for immediate access related to key indicators, performance and project details.
Assist with preparation of annual business plans and review of operating and capital budgets.
Research and present strategic cost cutting initiatives and operational efficiencies.
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and performance of comparable properties.
Effectively interact with in-house departments including accounting, investments/acquisitions, capital markets, accounting and legal to ensure a team-oriented approach.
Comfortable presenting information, direction and follow up amongst internal and external partners.
Stay aware of trends and information in the housing industry.