Financial Analyst (FP&A)

Brookfield Properties•Charleston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst is responsible for building, maintaining, and enhancing financial models used to support cash flow forecasting, valuation, fund performance analysis, and corporate financial reporting. This role provides critical analytical support across investment, fund, and corporate-level decision-making within a fast-paced real estate environment focused on single-family rental (SFR) and build-to-rent (BTR) portfolios. The position supports valuation processes, financial forecasting, and ad hoc analysis while contributing to the accuracy and scalability of financial reporting tools and models. This role requires strong quantitative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-growth environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Real Estate, or related field required
1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, investment analysis, or related field required
Working knowledge of GAAP reporting required
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling
Strong quantitative and analytical thinking skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong time management and ability to handle multiple priorities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, and collaborative environment
Familiarity or willingness to learn VBA, R, and SQL
Understanding of real estate valuation and underwriting techniques
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Manual dexterity sufficient for regular keyboard and office equipment use

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
Experience in real estate investment, property management, brokerage, valuation, asset/portfolio management, private equity, or investment banking preferred
Prior coursework or professional exposure to real estate investment, underwriting, or portfolio management required
IFRS knowledge a plus
Knowledge of Fair Housing and real estate regulations where applicable
Experience in SFR or BTR real estate investment environments
Exposure to portfolio management, fund modeling, or institutional real estate analysis
Experience with automation tools or data visualization platforms
Familiarity with investor reporting and valuation methodologies
Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds, if necessary
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs as required

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and enhance financial models for cash flow projections, fund performance, and corporate financial analysis
Perform return, sensitivity, and scenario analyses to support investment and portfolio decision-making
Assist with general and administrative (G&A) forecasting and financial planning activities
Support fund performance analysis and exit strategy modeling
Develop and refine Excel-based financial models using automation tools such as VBA or R where applicable
Extract and analyze data using SQL or other data query tools as needed
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by leadership
Assist in preparation of recurring financial deliverables, including fund and corporate performance reporting
Support monthly and quarterly reporting cycles with accurate and timely analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including FP&A, Accounting, Asset Management, and Operations
Maintain and organize financial models, assumptions, and supporting documentation
Support special projects, presentations, and executive reporting requirements
Ensure financial models and reporting align with internal policies and applicable accounting standards (GAAP understanding required)
Maintain accuracy and documentation of assumptions used in valuation and forecasting models
Support data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reporting tools
Identify and escalate discrepancies or risks in financial assumptions or outputs as appropriate
Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial models used for forecasting, valuation, and reporting
Deliver timely ad hoc analyses and financial insights to support decision-making
Maintain consistent and timely delivery of monthly and quarterly financial reporting outputs
Support valuation processes using discounted cash flow, cost basis, and capitalization rate methodologies
Monitor market trends and incorporate relevant assumptions into financial models
Collaborate closely with FP&A, Accounting, Asset Management, and external valuation partners
Support communication of financial insights to stakeholders in a clear and structured manner
Contribute to a collaborative, analytical, and high-performance team environment
Build effective working relationships with internal and external partners
Monitor macroeconomic, housing, and real estate industry trends to support modeling assumptions
Benchmark portfolio performance against industry peers in SFR/BTR sectors
Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives