Financial Analyst Internship - Spring 2025

Job Description

• Evaluating the economic performance of specific real estate projects and giving a detailed analysis. 
• Maintaining a database by entering, verifying, and backing up data; updating real estate portfolio’s expense database. 
• Recommending actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. 
• Increasing productivity by developing automated accounting applications and coordinating information requirements. 
• Assisting with cost analysis process by enforcing policies and procedures; providing trends and forecasts; recommending actions. 
• Tracking expenses and revenues vs. budget, analyzing fluctuations and assisting with forecasts.
• Analyzing quarterly operating reports. 
• Analyzing cost efficiencies profit margins and measuring financial risks in investments.
• Reviewing monthly expenses to ensure that expenses are booked correctly and working with the accounting team to make any necessary reclassification. 
• Assisting with the preparation of construction-related draws, cost certifications, and certified audits.
• Preparing and providing brief development status reports to be used in connection with staff meetings. 
• Working with team members of the development department on due diligence activities and other project-related duties. 
• Assisting with government relations, project acquisition, and development activities.
• Assisting in locating markets and municipalities for proposed developments, along with evaluating and procuring properties for acquisition and rehabilitation. 
• Assisting in liaising with neighborhood groups, local organizations, adjacent property owners, and other parties interested in the development, organizing meetings with such parties, if requested, prepare information on        the development for such parties. 
• Providing advice and recommendations as to the selection procedures for the Housing Tax Credit application for scoring purposes. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel. 
• Strong initiative, with the ability to manage multiple projects and follow-through effectively. 
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (GAAP). 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to complete projects accurately and on time.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a calculative mindset.
• Attention to detail for uncovering obscure facts in your line of work.
• Confident presentation skills with the ability to convey insights clearly and persuasively.

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher with a focus in Finance, Accounting or Real Estate required.

• $13.50 per hour, paid bi-weekly. 
• Commitment of 20-40 hours per week. We are understanding and flexible with your class schedule. 
• Work/Life/Fun balance in a casual and collaborative work environment! Team members enjoy company-wide events and celebrations.
• Internships are on-site, in Austin, TX. 

• Employment Type: Seasonal, Temporary
• Location: On-site in Austin, Texas; Corporate Office
• Work Hours/Week: 20-40 hours per week
• Compensation: $13.50/hour
• Required Travel: None