Senior Acquisitions Analyst

Elmington•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Senior Acquisitions Analyst/Associate at Elmington Residential is a key member of the acquisitions deal team, contributing to the execution of acquisition projects. The role focuses on underwriting opportunities, financial analysis, due diligence, coordination with third-party vendors, preparation of investor presentations, and market research. It also includes asset management work such as reviewing property-level financial statements, conducting variance and budget analysis, and updating financial models. The position provides exposure to the complete acquisitions process, including underwriting, financing, operations, and dispositions. The analyst will work with the Elmington executive team, senior team members, financial institutions, investment sales brokerage firms, private equity firms, and other external stakeholders. The role is part of a small, entrepreneurial team and involves exposure to residential real estate transactions nationwide. Travel may be required as needed, though the posting describes travel as minimal. Elmington describes its workplace as challenging and high-expectation, with an emphasis on passion, initiative, accountability, responsiveness, transparency, and finding solutions. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business, engineering, accounting, or a related concentration.
3–5 years of experience in commercial real estate, investment banking, private equity, or management consulting.
Strong understanding of real estate investment, development, and financing processes, including market analysis, financial analysis, property valuation, and capital markets.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, particularly in real estate finance metrics.
Outstanding proficiency in creating complex real estate financial models using Excel.
Demonstrable understanding of financial statements, comparative data, and financial forecasting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
Ability to work in a challenging, entrepreneurial environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to travel as needed.
Self-directed, proactive, conscientious team player who takes accountability and responsibility for work product.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.

Responsibilities

Perform complex real estate financial analysis in Excel, including IRR, NPV, joint-venture waterfalls, sources and uses, and sensitivity analyses.
Prepare equity and lender financing presentations and Investment Committee presentations.
Lead due diligence and closing processes, coordinating with third-party vendors, equity partners, and lenders.
Research new acquisition initiatives and track investment sales activity and trends.
Research multifamily and build-to-rent dynamics in target markets, including local supply and demand, comparable properties, competitive landscapes, market rents, and other local factors.
Conduct market, economic, and demographic research to evaluate markets and strategies for existing or potential investments.
Assist with deal selection and make recommendations to senior team members.
Manage owner and broker relationships and track key contract dates to help ensure compliance.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with capital providers, brokers, developers, property owners, city staff, and other stakeholders.
Review property-level financial statements, perform variance and budget analysis, and update financial models as part of ongoing asset management.
Perform other duties as assigned.