Real Estate Analyst

The Real Estate Analyst supports the Organization’s assessment and determination of the equitable application of property tax across the portfolio of real estate assets. The Real Estate Analyst will prepare and review tax estimates for future developments and operating budgets through research and data collection. This role is also responsible for analyzing preliminary values, current value assessments and tax classifications to determine if they accurately reflect market value.

Your contributions to the team:

• Conduct research and collect data with respect to municipal property tax assessments, rental data, real estate sales, comparable assessments including relevant Board decisions to build a reliable and current in-house database 
• Assist in the review of municipal property tax assessments for compliance with accepted appraisal theory, provincial legislation, and current assessment policy directives
• Compile and maintain detailed database of comparable multi-family properties across Canada
• Monitor local and national real estate market trends and analyze data on changing market conditions
• Preparing market value analyses and developing detailed Excel-based financial models to evaluate assessment accuracy and tax exposure
• Assist with legal argument development and preparation of evidence documentation for property assessment appeals to the Tribunals/Appeal Boards
• Obtain and organize supporting information during the assessment review process
• Ensure that all required property information, including property assessment and taxation data, is obtained, organized, and accurately reviewed
• Support the Manager of Property Tax and Valuations in the preparation and review of tax estimates for future developments and operating budgets
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with assessment and taxation authorities, third party appraisers and brokers
• Perform sensitivity analysis on assessment changes, mill rate fluctuations, and development projections to support strategic decision making.

What you need to be successful:

• Post-Secondary aducation in  Accounting, Commerce, Finance, Economics, or related field
• 1 plus years of experience in a related analytical, finance, or real estate role.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Knowledge of multi-family and commercial property valuation and appraisal principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex issues, identify risks, and recommend solutions using sound judgment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. 
• Familiarity with property tax systems, valuation methodologies, and assessment processes. 
• Ability to interpret real estate data and market trends.