Financial Analyst

Rural King • Mattoon, IL

2d • $60,000 - $75,000

About The Position

As a Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for evaluating prospective real estate investments, development projects, and acquisitions. This role plays a critical part in underwriting deals, assessing financial feasibility, and supporting strategic decision-making through detailed financial modeling and market analysis. This individual will partner closely with acquisition and disposition specialists, and leadership to ensure disciplined, data-driven investment decisions.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of financial analyst experience OR equivalent combination of experience and education is acceptable.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or related field required.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve desired results.
• Strong problem-solving and partnership skills.
• Advanced financial analysis skills combined with insight into the nuances of the real estate segment.
• Experience in preparing data sets, statistical reports and computer applications to support financial analysis work.
• Strong understanding of financial statement and financial reports.
• Advance proficiency in MS Office, most notably Excel.
• Ability to participate in our online applicant and new hire onboarding process.
• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically.
• Ability to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related activities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain complex financial models (Excel-based) for acquisitions, developments, redevelopments, leases and dispositions.
• Analyze IRR, NPV, equity multiples, cash-on-cash returns, and sensitivity scenarios.
• Perform scenario and risk analysis to assess downside exposure.
• Support site selection and acquisition strategy through financial and market evaluation.
• Review appraisals, broker opinions of value, and third-party reports.
• Prepare investment memorandums and executive summaries for internal approval and presentations.
• Track and compare projected actual performance post-acquisition.
• Support refinancing and disposition analysis.
• Understand the business unit(s) and the operating systems that support them.
• Manage complex projects independently that typically cross multiple business units, divisions or states.
• Use discretion and independent judgement in daily decisions.
• May be required to cross train and perform other duties.
• None

Benefits

• 401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
• Healthcare plans to support your needs
• Virtual doctor visits
• Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
• 15% Associate Discount
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
• Associate Assistance Program
• RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
• 24/7 Chaplaincy Services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level