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Ballast Investments

Analyst, Asset Management

Ballast Investments, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Base Annual Compensation: $85,000-$100,000 (depending on experience)

Title: Analyst, Asset Management

Reports to: Director, Asset Management

Primary Function: Financial Analysis, Asset Management

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Location: San Francisco, CA

Summary Ballast ("Ballast" or "The Company") is seeking an Analyst to support our rapidly growing team. Under the general supervision of the Asset Management and Operations Team, the Analyst will be responsible for activities relating to the financial analysis and operations of Ballast’s investment portfolio. As the Analyst gains experience and knowledge, the level of contribution from a financial analysis perspective is expected to increase. The Company is a vertically‑integrated owner‑operator of multifamily, student housing, and single‑family rental assets in the greater Western United States. The Company has several strategic partnerships with global institutional capital providers and has experienced strong growth since its founding in 2014. Ballast employs over 250+ real estate professionals whose mission is to create value by acquiring, developing, and managing our dwellings with exceptional care through an integrated approach. Our culture is founded on teamwork, authenticity, integrity and excellence, with a shared purpose and common goal to serve its partners and communities.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform return on investment (ROI) analyses to assess viability of potential projects.

Prepare comprehensive ad‑hoc analyses supporting decision‑making around operational expense reduction projects.

Analyze feasibility of strategic business ventures and growth opportunities.

Work with departments on ad‑hoc projects to reduce operating expenses for our MF buildings.

Assist integrated departments to achieve profitability goals.

Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess impact of scenarios on investment returns, providing clear summaries for senior management.

Monitor key operating metrics, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborate across multiple departments (Accounting, Operations, Construction Management, Leasing) to ensure accurate and aligned objectives.

Investor Relations & Communication

Support participation in external calls with key investors and stakeholders, contributing to effective communication and relationship management.

Manage and update asset management web‑based dashboards for internal and external use.

Assist in preparing materials for investor meetings.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, or related field.

1‑5 years of real estate private equity, real estate development, real estate brokerage, or investment banking experience.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; working knowledge of Yardi is a plus.

Key Skills and Competencies

Clear, articulate communicator with effective documentation.

Strong analytical and qualitative skills.

Ability to prioritize, organize, and meet deadlines.

Committed to high standards of excellence and ethics.

Effective solution identification and formulation.

Critical thinking, logical problem‑solving, and well‑reasoned decision making.

Skill in probing, questioning, and digging beneath surface to test validity of information.

Goal‑oriented and diligent.

Equal Opportunity Employer Ballast is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Ballast is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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