Senior Financial Analyst - Commercial Real Estate

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.
*** This is an onsite role based out of our Rosemont, IL office
*** About You You are a highly skilled financial professional who thrives on being involved in every stage of a deal—from initial analysis through final execution. You excel at delivering expert financial modeling and analytical insights that support a high‑volume, industry‑leading team. Collaboration comes naturally to you, and you enjoy working closely with brokers, marketing, and project administrators to drive strong outcomes and maintain a seamless  this role, you will:

Build advanced financial models to evaluate lease, acquisition, and occupancy strategies from both landlord and tenant perspectives

Underwrite income-producing assets using ARGUS and Excel, including 10-year cash flow projections and key metrics (IRR, NPV, cap rates, NER)
Analyze lease proposals and buy vs. lease scenarios, outlining financial impacts, assumptions, and deal comparisons

Manage lease negotiations by tracking deal terms and supporting landlord–tenant discussions

Perform cash flow, termination, and sensitivity analyses to assess financial outcomes under varying scenarios

Review and abstract real estate documents (leases, contracts, loan agreements) and maintain accurate rent rolls

Analyze operating statements, budgets, and market conditions to support underwriting assumptions and valuations

Evaluate mortgage structures and property-level risks while identifying value-add opportunities

Conduct property valuations and support transactions with detailed financial modeling and data analysis

Collaborate with brokers, asset managers, and clients to resolve underwriting issues and support deal execution

Present financial insights and recommendations to clients, clearly communicating complex analyses

Stay current on market trends, leasing structures, and industry developments

What you bring:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Finance, Business, Commerce, or related area required.
5+ years’ experience in underwriting commercial real estate assets

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, ARGUS and Costar required

Exceptional analytical and research skills with high attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience preparing and delivering oral presentations.

Ability to balance and prioritize multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, navigating challenges with a positive and solution-oriented mindset

Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all.

Strong time management, organizational and prioritization skills

Fundamental understanding of physical condition and operations of commercial real estate buildings

Pursuant to local law, Colliers is disclosing the following information:
Area/Location Specific:
Rosemont, IL.Approximate Compensation Range for this Role: $90,000 to $114,000

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all national locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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