Investment & Feasibility Analyst (Finance)
Job Description Summary
The Investment & Feasibility Analyst will support the Lodging Development and Strategy with investment analyses, underwriting and investment appraisal. The candidate will interact with senior management on presentations and approvals. The Analyst will work on projects as directed including but not limited to preparing proformas, gather data, and track initiatives. Some travel may be required.
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare fee projections and valuations for new management and franchise opportunities - with or without capital commitments.
- Prepare hold vs sell analyses on existing hotels in the portfolio.
- Assist in transaction and asset management underwriting utilizing proformas, DCF and direct capitalization analysis.
- Participate in major capex and special projects pertaining to the owned and managed portfolio.
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of investment memorandums and deal summaries.
- Analyze performance trends and monitor hospitality industry and real estate market developments.
- Create and maintain portfolio reporting and financial analysis tools, such as dashboard reports, monthly critiques, strategic plans, budget analysis, and ROI models.
- Perform necessary ad-hoc analyses to further support the Strategy and Lodging Development team.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Four-year degree with preference in Hospitality Real Estate, Finance/Business Analytics, or Hospitality Management. Emphasis placed on financial analysis and problem-solving skills.
- At least 3 years analyst experience in real estate, hotel finance, hotel feasibility, or hotel valuation.
- REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Understanding of real estate valuation methodologies including IRR and DCF analyses
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Advanced level of proficiency in Excel, word and power point.
- Resourceful self-starter that is organized and task oriented.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident, enthusiastic, and entrepreneurial.
- Sensitivity to and respect for the confidential nature of the subject matter of the job and the department.
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
Pay Range: $70,000 to $95,000. Base pay offer may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific/overall experience
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Various Employee Perks and Discounts
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
