Valuation Analyst

Designation - Real Estate (RE) Valuation Analyst

Experience - 3 to 8 Years

Location - Bangalore

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead & Manage Valuation Projects
• Manage and execute real estate valuation projects with emphasis on US GAAP requirements, including fair value assessments and lease accounting in compliance with ASC 805 and ASC 842.
• Supervise engagement teams in conducting property and portfolio-level analysis, valuation modeling, reconciliation, and final deliverable preparation.
• Purchase Price Allocation (ASC 805)
• Oversee and perform valuations for financial reporting, specifically in the context of business combinations, including identifying, measuring, and allocating tangible and intangible real estate asset values as per ASC 805 guidelines.
• Prepare comprehensive PPA reports and supporting analysis for audit and client review.
• Lease Accounting (ASC 842)
• Review and advise on real estate lease contracts to interpret and apply ASC 842 requirements.
• Calculate right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for client portfolios, prepare relevant reports, and support clients in the transition and ongoing compliance with ASC 842.
• Fair Value Measurement
• Apply fair value measurement techniques consistent with US GAAP, using market, income, and cost approaches appropriate for various real estate asset types.
• Stay updated with authoritative guidance (ASC 820, ASC 805, ASC 842) and evolving industry practices impacting fair value in real estate.
• Extensive Use of Third-Party Databases:
• Research and analyze real estate data using leading industry databases such as CoStar, REIS, Real Capital Analytics (RCA), Green Street Advisors, VALCRE, and other market resources for sales, rent comps, property trends, and market analytics.
• Technical Leadership
• Support all aspects of accounting and advisory work related to real estate for cross-border clients.
• Liaise with audit, tax, and consulting teams to ensure accurate application of valuation standards in compliance audits and client projects.
• Client Management and Delivery
• Act as the primary client contact for valuation-related queries, project scoping, and deliverables.
• Communicate technical topics clearly to both finance/accounting professionals and non-technical client stakeholders.
• Review and Quality Assurance
• Perform detailed reviews of valuation models, working papers, and client reports.
• Ensure high-quality, error-free work and consistently meet timelines.
• Team Supervision and Training
• Mentor junior team members, conduct technical and soft-skills training, and provide feedback on assignments and professional development.
• Help organize and prioritize team workloads to manage multiple clients and deadlines efficiently.
• Process Improvement and Best Practices
• Identify process improvements and best practices for the valuation team, including automation, data integrity, and reporting efficiencies.
• Support adoption of new valuation software and market research tools.

Skills & Qualifications Requirements

• Master's or bachelor's degree in real estate finance, economics, business, accounting, or a related field
• Proven expertise with ASC 805, ASC 842, and other US real estate valuation standards.
• Strong analytical, modeling, and financial reconciliation abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capacity to manage and prioritize multiple engagement deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Argus, or comparable valuation and modeling software preferred.
• Prior experience managing US-based real estate valuation projects is strongly desired.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers
• Self-starter with the drive and resourcefulness to work independently and collaboratively toward common company goals
• Demonstrates confidence in functional skills and the ability to apply those skills in a multi-task, cross-functional team setting
• Ability to work in an evolving, team-oriented environment, and accept new challenges as assigned
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)