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CAFARO · 3 weeks ago

Real Estate Valuations Manager

Niles, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

CAFARO is a company dedicated to retail development, and they are seeking a Real Estate Valuations Manager to lead property valuation activities across their portfolio. The role involves overseeing valuations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various departments to support corporate decision-making and portfolio growth.

Property DevelopmentReal EstateReal Estate InvestmentRetail

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all valuation activities for the company’s real estate portfolio, including periodic internal valuations, third-party appraisals, and acquisition analyses

Strategically position valuations to optimize property tax outcomes while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, appraisal standards, and accounting policies

Partner with external appraisers, assessors, and tax consultants to manage valuation processes, coordinate documentation, and manage property tax appeals

Prepare and present quarterly reports to the Valuations Committee, summarizing current valuation activities, key market movements, property performance trends, and strategic recommendations. These reports should include updates on ongoing tax appeals, changes in assessed values, portfolio revaluations, and any factors materially impacting asset valuations or financial forecasts

Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Leasing, Development, Operations, and ownership to ensure valuation inputs reflect current and projected asset performance

Analyze market conditions, capitalization rates, and comparable sales to provide management with insights that support portfolio strategy and decision-making

Provide valuation analysis and support for acquisitions and dispositions, including due diligence review and integration of newly acquired assets

Maintain comprehensive documentation of valuation assumptions, methodologies, and outcomes for audit and regulatory purposes

Identify opportunities to enhance valuation accuracy and efficiency through data analytics, automation tools, and process improvements

Qualification

Real estate valuationFinancial analysisProperty tax assessmentsAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsProblem-solving skillsData analyticsProcess improvementCollaborationTime managementCommunicationLeadershipAttention to detail

Required

Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in real estate valuation, appraisal, or financial analysis—preferably within retail, shopping center, or commercial development sectors

Excellent negotiation, analytical and problem-solving abilities

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively across departments

Position requires occasional travel for meetings, site visits, or training as needed

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field