Senior Financial Analyst, Acquisitions and Business Development

Property Description Davidson Hospitality Group is a dynamic and innovative hospitality management company that is constantly seeking top talent to join its team. With its headquarters located in the heart of the hospitality industry in Atlanta, Georgia, Davidson Hospitality Group is a leader in hotel and resort management, providing comprehensive and results-driven services to a diverse portfolio of properties across the United States. As a job applicant, you can expect to work in a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages creativity, growth, and professional development. With a strong commitment to excellence in guest service, employee engagement, and financial performance, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for individuals who are passionate about the hospitality industry. Whether you are seeking a corporate role in operations, sales and marketing, revenue management, finance, human resources, or other areas, Davidson Hospitality Group offers a wide range of career opportunities for motivated and talented individuals. Join the team at Davidson Hospitality Group and be a part of a dynamic and growing organization that is dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Overview For over 50 years, we, at Davidson Hospitality Group , have focused our efforts solely on the hospitality industry and built one of the highest quality portfolios in the upper‑upscale and near‑luxury segments. Along the way, we have established an extraordinary track record of creating and maximizing asset value and delivering an uncompromising guest experience for some of the most sophisticated property owners in the world. As one of the top privately held management companies in the lodging industry, our success is built on a unique entrepreneurial management style and owner’s mentality that enables us to provide each of our properties with the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. We continue to invest heavily in our people, services and infrastructure in order to optimize financial performance throughout our portfolio. And as we continue to build on our past success, our legacy of delivering hospitality and creating value for every customer, every time only gets stronger. Davidson Hospitality Group currently operates in four distinct verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot Hotels, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group, each offering specialization for a segment of the hotel management business. Davidson Hotels is our heritage brand operating vertical, representing more than 50 years of innovation where our portfolio includes some of the largest names in hospitality. Pivot Hotels is our lifestyle and boutique operating vertical, dedicated to serving a bold and confident hotel portfolio focused on unique, design‑forward properties. Davidson Resorts is our resort operating vertical, focused on properties that promise unforgettable experiences for our guests. Davidson Restaurant Group , is our food & beverage operating vertical, combining our expertise, passion, and talents to execute smart concepts and unconventional approaches to restaurant operations. *This position will be based at our corporate office in Atlanta - with a potential hybrid schedule. Description of Role: The role of the Senior Financial Analyst at Davidson Hospitality Group is to assist in the evaluation of hotel investments. (Acquisitions, Management Takeovers, New Developments, and Saves), with a specific focus in leading investment analysis/valuation, property‑specific underwriting, market research and analysis, site inspections and property tours, and preparation of investment materials for internal and external clients. As necessary, the Senior Financial Analyst will assist in strategy planning and preparation of written proposals and participate in live presentations. Working hand‑in‑hand with senior management, the Senior Financial Analyst will also help to ensure the investment thesis for each asset in the Davidson Portfolio translates into actionable investment and operating strategies. The Senior Financial Analyst will also serve as a leader within the Analytical Team, supporting and developing junior analysts alongside senior leadership. As a Senior Financial Analyst at a fully integrated hotel operations and investment platform, they will also contribute to the team’s investment management and FP&A responsibilities. This will include conducting analyses and evaluating value‑add opportunities on Davidson’s existing portfolio to maximize operational performance and investment value, and working directly with c‑suite and senior executives on corporate strategy and finance activities. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Hospitality, Real Estate and/or Finance Experience and/or course workload must consist of Excel and financial modeling Relevant work/internship experience with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in Hospitality, Real Estate, Finance, or other applicable areas Basic knowledge of hospitality real estate markets, including operations, debt/equity structures and exhibits familiarity with real estate terminology Ability to think critically Keen attention to detail Highly developed organizational and analytical skills Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time or more depending on current business activity Ability to re‑locate to Atlanta, GA and work in the corporate office 3 – 5 days per week Ability to manage a heavy workload and prioritize appropriately Ability to work well and collaborate with others as well as be self‑directed and independent to achieve project deadlines Ability to identify opportunities to create/improve existing models and analyst practices Business writing ability Strong computer skills: Excel (modeling and analysis), PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, online research tools Benefits Davidson Hospitality Group is an award‑winning, full‑service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well‑being of our team members and their families. Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage Dental & Vision Coverage 24/7 Teledoc service Free Maintenance Medications Pet Insurance Hotel Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 401K Match Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other. EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. Davidson Hospitality is a drug‑free workplace. Pre‑employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Davidson Hospitality Group