Acquisitions Analyst

Community Affordable Housing Equity Corporation (CAHEC) is currently seeking candidates for an Acquisitions Analyst. CAHEC is a non-profit tax-credit syndicator based in Raleigh, NC that helps develop and foster healthy neighborhoods by raising equity capital and investing in affordable rental housing and community revitalization. Our portfolio comprises over 600 assets in eleven states. CAHEC also invests in the people living in the properties we help finance through innovative enrichment opportunities called Community Investments.
The Acquisitions Analyst will analyze, evaluate, structure, and formulate recommendations regarding investment in complex real estate transactions. The position provides professional and technical support to Acquisitions by preparing financial models, populating documents with model data, and managing and coordinating the distribution of data. The employment classification for this position is exempt.
Some specific functions include:
• Extensive financial modeling using existing templates and custom spreadsheets to evaluate real estate and related investments with tax credits.
• Data interpretation to identify and make recommendations on factors affecting yield, pricing, and future trends for modeled investment opportunities.
• Document preparation using data from financial models to populate internal reports and assist with acquisition and closing documents.
• Data management by maintaining version control for financial models, uploading current modeling data into designated corporate systems, and coordinating with other departments on the status of modeled investments.
Education Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in planning, math, finance, business, accounting, or economics or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and comparable work experience.
Work Experience
Minimum one (1) year progressively responsible work experience in finance, data analysis, or investment modeling; or relevant education and training.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel are required as is the proven ability to analyze and develop complex financial models. General knowledge of real estate pro formas and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program (Section 42 of the IRC) is needed. The ability to manage multiple, current priorities and easily adapt to changing priorities is necessary as is the ability to think analytically to develop and recommend effective solutions. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal) are required as is the ability to foster effective working relationships with peers and partners.
Work Environment
This position is based out of CAHEC’s corporate office in Raleigh, NC. Certain objectives require working on-site at various locations, such as industry conferences and events at properties in CAHEC’s investment portfolio, and some professional training opportunities may require travel.
Compensation and Benefits
CAHEC is an equal-opportunity employer that offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
For more information and how to apply: please visit www.cahec.com.