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Accounting & Finance Intern

The Accounting & Finance Intern will assist the finance and investor relations team in key functions related to financial reporting, performance analysis, and investor communication. The intern will have hands-on exposure to the REIT industry, and the opportunity to work on critical tasks that support our financial reporting processes and investor relations strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist in preparing financial tables, schedules, and supporting materials for internal and investor reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational standards.
  • Quarterly Results & Benchmarking: Analyze and compare financial performance, including key REIT metrics such as Net Operating Income (NOI) trends, Adjusted Funds from Operations per unit (AFFO/unit), and other relevant metrics, contributing to the quarterly performance review process.
  • Competitive Benchmarking & Market Analysis: Work on benchmarking projects by comparing our portfolio's performance to industry peers, both public and private, and analyzing broader market trends to provide actionable insights.
  • Investor Communications: Support the preparation of investor statements, quarterly updates, and other investor-facing materials. Help refine communication strategies aimed at enhancing investor engagement and transparency.
  • External Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of the REIT's private version of the quarterly 10-Q filing, including drafting financial footnotes and sections of the Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) document.
  • Market Positioning & Fundraising Support: Compile marketing materials and assist in preparing investor presentation decks to support fundraising initiatives and capital raising efforts.
  • Investor Reporting Enhancements: Assist in refining and improving investor reporting templates, ensuring consistency and clarity in the presentation of key portfolio metrics and performance updates.

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in real estate, finance, and investment analysis, particularly within the REIT and investor relations domains.
  • Basic understanding of financial statements and financial analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with financial modeling and data analysis tools is a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous internship or coursework related to real estate finance, accounting, or investor relations.
  • Familiarity with REIT financial metrics, including AFFO, NOI, and other performance indicators.
  • Experience with data visualization or financial reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.

About Ginkgo Residential LLC

Ginkgo Residential LLC is an integrated multifamily investment, management and re-development company based in Charlotte, NC. We manage over 7,500 apartment units in more than 50 communities with a geographic footprint that encompasses North and South Carolina. 

 

Ginkgo Residential LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.