Portfolio Analyst

Retail Properties of America, Inc. is a self-managed REIT focused on the acquisition, development and management of strategically located retail assets. As one of the largest owners and operators of shopping centers in the U.S., RPAI has a diversified mix of assets including power centers, community centers, and lifestyle centers.

JOB SUMMARY: * The Asset Management group is looking for an organized, detail-focused candidate with sound knowledge of accounting and financial concepts to support asset managers, the transactions team and senior management. The ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, work well under deadlines with high attention to detail and require minimal direct supervision. The position will interact with many business functions as well as senior and executive management. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist with the preparation of annual property-level budgets and monthly cash flow reforecasts for assigned portfolio. * Conduct regular variance analyses to ensure property performance is consistent with business plan and budget. * Develop and maintain financial models to forecast leasing activity and other portfolio-level metrics. * Review and abstract various legal documents including leases and operating agreements * Prepare ad hoc strategic financial analyses in support of asset and senior management. * Interact with several departments including Leasing, Property Management, and Legal on various asset and portfolio management projects * Maintain monthly reporting packages deliverable to Asset Manager’s * Create and maintain development proformas

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS:** * Bachelor’s Degree with strong academic performance (preference for real estate, finance or accounting) * 0-5 years’ experience in institutional real estate * Above-average proficiency in Excel with Argus experience a plus * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Articulate and comfortable interfacing with professionals at all levels **KEY COMPETENCIES:** * Detail Oriented * Dependable * Financial and Business Acumen * Self Starter * Decision-Making Skills * Ability to Multi-Task * Problem-Solving Skills * Flexible & Adaptable * Communication Skills