Development Analyst

Job Location(s): Lansing, MI (Headquarters); Detroit, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Chicago, IL; Madison, WI; Remotely within Cinnaire's Footprint

Job Summary: The Development Analyst assists in the underwriting of real estate debt and investments related to affordable housing and works to ensure excellent and efficient delivery of service to its Cinnaire Solutions team member(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Prepares, evaluates and updates financial proformas and cash flow models for potential real estate developments.
  2. Determines initial feasibility, sizing and structure of proposed developments.
  3. Analyzes market studies and/or appraisals and conducts independent market research as necessary.
  4. Identifies and analyzes potential underwriting issues and mitigants associated with potential loans or investments.
  5. Maintains the integrity and accuracy of Cinnaire Solutions’ developments.
  6. Works with Development Managers and Development Associates on applications for LIHTC and supportive (gap) financing.
  7. Effectively communicates internally among and between teams and externally with partners, lenders, and syndicators, and stays up to date on underwriting guidelines for HFAs and other funders.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or Real Estate/Urban Planning.
  • Strong Microsoft Suite skills required.
  • Ability to model a variety of real estate transactions including LIHTC, NMTC, bond financing, and financial investments including expected cash flow and return.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Prior experience and/or knowledge of financial programs and products designed to expand the availability of affordable housing or community economic development is a plus but not a requirement. Such programs include Low Income Housing Tax Credits, New Market Tax Credits, Federal and State Historic Tax Credits, Federal Grants from the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fannie Mae lending, and other CDFI resources.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Key Competencies:

  • Analysis to Synthesis: Interprets data and information from multiple sources and translates it into coherent messages that inform decisions.
  • Intellectual Agility: Can flex and adapt thinking skills to meet the needs of different situations and circumstances. Doesn’t limit problem solving to one approach or methodology.
  • Resource Optimization: Applies knowledge of internal structures and existing talent to accomplish a goal.
  • Insight to Action: Acts on conviction and advances from concept to implementation toward a goal. Draws upon knowledge and professional judgement to orchestrate the steps required to get results.
  • Diversity Awareness: Identifies the benefits and advantages of harnessing the collective insights from various individuals in the organization.

Reporting Relationship: Reports to Vice President, Development

Supervisory Relationship: None

Physical Requirements:

  • The ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time

Travel Required: 15%

Benefits Offered:  Medical, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Paid Mobile Phone Service, Unlimited PTO, Incentive Compensation, 403(b) Plan, and Profit-Sharing Plan.

Cinnaire provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Cinnaire complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting employment discrimination. Cinnaire is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As a part of this commitment, Cinnaire is dedicated to providing access, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, recruitment and employment for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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1118 South Washington
Lansing MI, 48910

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Indianapolis IN, 46204

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Wilmington, DE 19801

Chicago
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Chicago, IL 60606

Madison
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Madison, WI 53703

Grand Rapids
100 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Suite 202
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Detroit
2111 Woodward Avenue, Suite 600
Detroit, MI 48201

Milwaukee
231 E. Buffalo Street, Suite 302
Milwaukee, WI 53202

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