Cardinal Group Companies · 3 months ago
Sr. Acquisitions Analyst
Cardinal Group Companies is seeking a Sr. Acquisitions Analyst to assist in the underwriting, research, due diligence and transaction execution of student housing and multi-family investments. This role involves working closely with a team to analyze investment opportunities and prepare necessary documentation for acquisitions.
LeasingProperty ManagementReal EstateReal Estate Investment
Responsibilities
Review and analyze investment offering materials, basic property information, rent rolls, operating statements, and market and economic research, for possible acquisitions and target markets
Participate in proforma build out for new opportunities, including capex plan/scope and other proforma assumptions for forward looking projections
Complete market research and prepare reports including rent surveys, comparable sale analysis, supply & demand metrics, and overall market dynamics
Prepare the preparation of investment memoranda to be presented to the firm’s Investment Committee including the narrative, graphic charts and financial analysis
Assist in creation of business plans for new acquisitions
Participate in regular pipeline and Investment Committee meetings regarding potential acquisitions, including preparation and maintenance of pipeline reports
Assist with the physical and economic due diligence of new acquisitions, including property inspections and review of books and records
Prepare closing memorandum for new acquisitions including underwriting notes and highlighting specific challenges to executing the business plan
Assist in securing debt and equity financing by coordinating information requests and assembling documentation
Prepare ad hoc analyses, evaluating multiple scenarios and develop detailed execution strategies
Work closely with the Asset Management, Construction and Operations teams to coordinate business plan execution and assist in investment-related activities
Prepare macro market and industry research to identify target markets and potential acquisition targets
Participate in Cardinal U training as required
Other duties as directed by your supervisor
Qualification
Required
2-5 years' experience in Real Estate, Finance or Accounting, or relevant collegiate courses in these subjects
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Business, Accounting or related field required
Desire to work in a team environment with highly skilled professionals who demand excellence in a fast-paced environment
Understanding of finance and real estate investment principals
Strong work ethic, integrity, a passion for real estate and a desire to learn and grow
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
Strong written and oral communication skills required
Available to travel
Strong analytical skills including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), and ability to learn new software systems
Ability to embody the Cardinal Culture and Cardinal's Core Values every day
Preferred
Student Housing experience preferred
MBA or Master's degree preferred
Experience in underwriting, research and transaction execution preferred
Benefits
Health, vision, dental, and pet insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Student loan assistance
Licensing and continuing education reimbursement
Parental leave
Housing allowances or gifts
Company
Cardinal Group Companies
The strength of Cardinal is rooted in our identity.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Recent News
2026-01-06
Company data provided by crunchbase