Global Real Estate Financial Analysis Associate - Americas

JPMorgan Chase; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Finance & Business Management professional in Plano, Texas. Responsibilities include evaluating real estate initiatives, performing due diligence, and creating financial analyses. The ideal candidate has a degree in business and 2+ years of FP&A experience. A competitive compensation package and inclusive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 2+ years of FP&A and/or accounting experience.
• Ability to analyze data and work under minimal supervision.
• Sound judgment and independent decision making required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prospective real estate initiatives.
• Perform due diligence and financial analysis.
• Prepare business case financial analyses.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Decision making

Communication skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in business related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

As a Finance & Business Management professional within the Global Real Estate Finance team, you will be responsible for evaluating prospective real estate initiatives, performing due diligence and financial analysis, preparing business case financial analyses, and developing positive working relationships with GRE functional partners. You will promote process improvement, analyze data, report on key metrics, and provide recommendations to enhance the financial and operational performance of the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prospective real estate initiatives involving ownership/leasing, capital investment and occupancy strategies associated with JPMC's corporate and retail (branch) real estate portfolio
• Perform thoughtful due diligence and financial analysis of real estate transactions and ensure compliance to US GAAP and JPMC accounting policies (incl. balance sheet, income statement, cash view)
• Prepare business case financial analyses for: new leases, lease renewals, stay vs. relocate, lease vs. buy, new developments, dispositions, and large multi-year investment strategies
• Prepare high level initial P&L analysis / summaries to help team to hone in on driving financial assumptions; structure analysis to provide sensitivities of driving assumptions
• Develop positive working relationships with GRE functional partners to maintain an open environment for collaboration
• Facilitate prompt turn-around to support various strategy and transaction requirements
• Drive process improvement & maintain oversight of model user tool and other strategic tools
• Analyze Data, report on key operational / financial metrics & provide recommendations to enhance financial and operational performance of the portfolio
• Perform high level assessment of construction budgets/ project cost schedules and communicate impact on P&L to relevant stakeholder and understand complexities & report on LOB occupancy allocations
• Evaluate & benchmark GRE's performance via analysis of operating expenses, space usage, project management, transactional efficiency, overall real estate vision, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business related discipline
• 2+ years of FP&A and/or accounting experience
• Expert with Microsoft Office suite, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to analyze data, process information and work under minimal supervision
• Sound judgment and independent decision making are required
• Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment and prioritize projects accordingly
• Ability to communicate succinctly and efficiently, comfortable interacting with senior business/Corporate leaders
• Ability to handle numerous deliverables simultaneously, many with critical deadlines. Candidate must be comfortable with frequently changing priorities

About JPMorgan Chase

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans