Analyst, Data Jobs

Bellwether Asset Management, Inc. ("BWAM") is a privately held firm located in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in the management, analysis, and reporting of over $21 billion of AUM across a wide range of real estate-related assets and corporate platforms in North America, Europe and Asia.

About The Job

BWAM is looking for a Multifamily Data Analyst to join the Asset Management Team. The ideal candidate is a savvy problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, challenging environment and consistently exceeds expectations.

We are seeking an agile team player who enjoys working cross-functionally with different parts of the organization. An ideal candidate will have a strong interest in data analytics. Successful candidates for this position will have the equivalent of zero to three years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the multifamily portfolio financial performance tracking, including rent growth, operating expense analysis, budget variance, q-o-q performance changes, and quarterly valuation support
• Review and audit the consistency and accuracy of internal accounting statement and data mapping processes
• Liaison between equity asset management, research, technology, portfolio management, and accounting teams
• Assist in the buildout (implement process & procedure) of data aggregation templates to standardize and manage multifamily data
• Assist in the production of (produce) routine weekly and monthly reporting of key multifamily operational metrics
• Help spearhead the transition to Tableau for reporting deliverables, which will ultimately serve as a centralized data repository for all multifamily portfolio data
• Perform ad-hoc portfolio investment analyses to assist with answering due diligence questions from LP fund investors
• Assist in the buildout and ongoing maintenance of operational and financial dashboards utilizing internal portfolio data and third party research data to support investment analysis and decision making at the portfolio level
• Analyze and aggregate third party research that includes macroeconomic and demographic data (employment/wage growth/incomes) to support periodic market commentary

Qualifications

• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
• Completion of a high level of work within tight timeframes; successfully manages competing deadlines
• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and work with limited direct guidance
• Dynamic team player with strong integrity, a high degree of professionalism and the ability to succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, including:
• Good interpersonal, communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excessive attention to detail, outstanding initiative and an eagerness to learn with a strong work ethic
• A bachelor's degree is required

Base Salary: $90,000 - $100,000

Who We Are

BWAM is comprised of diverse, forward-thinking individuals who recognize the value of holding each other to the highest standards. Our people are our most valuable asset. We believe in investing in their development, providing ample opportunities to grow skills, connecting with industry leaders and stretching beyond the day-to-day work environment. BWAM has been built on the founding principles of persistence, collaboration, innovation, diligence, philanthropy and integrity.

The BWAM portfolio includes direct property investments, corporate investments, residential land, and residential and commercial loan pools. Since its founding in 2013, BWAM has continued to expand its services to various investment firms, family offices and start-ups.

BWAM's platform helps provide greater efficiency and functionality through the following areas:

• Active Asset Management Support: The team works closely with Acquisition Teams to help monitor all strategic and joint-venture operating partners on a day-to-day basis. Responsibilities include weekly leasing calls, monthly operational reviews, annual budget and business plan reviews and financial analysis;
• Asset-level analytics: Providing quantitative and qualitative investment- and portfolio-level performance reports by consolidating and analyzing monthly operating statements produced by operating partners to track and monitor performance against initial underwriting;
• Investment and Fund-level Reforecasting: BWAM is responsible for creating proprietary investment-level valuation models for the portfolio to enhance our ability to reforecast investment-and fund-level performance on a routine basis.

BWAM and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other classification prohibited by applicable law.

For additional information on BWAM, please visit www.BellwetherAM.com