LDG Development and our affiliated companies are growing rapidly to produce higher levels of much-needed affordable housing across the nation. Our founding belief that “Everyone Deserves a Quality Place to Live” has resulted in an organization that has now achieved #1 Ranking as Affordable Housing Developer and our focus on our employees and company culture has resulted in the Top Best Places to Work in Louisville each of the last two years. We believe that the foundation of a stable supporting living environment allows individuals to thrive and accomplish their dreams in education, career paths, and more. The overall reputation and quality that LDG puts forward in all business practices are key to keeping our goals alive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The asset manager is the “eyes and ears” of the Owner/GP and LDG for a designated portfolio of communities to achieve primary objectives: Provide residents with the best living experience possible by maintaining quality communities and programs for residents. Enhances the value of the asset/investment throughout its life cycle. Mitigates operational and financial risks of the investment. Directs oversight and collaboration with Property Management Companies associated with designated assets. Develops asset strategy and ensures expectations associated with resident experience are achieved by property management and that ongoing transparent communications are occurring. Reinforces LDG’s culture of transparency, integrity, dignity, respect, and professionalism in all interactions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in multi-family asset management or 5 years of relevant experience at the regional property management level. Working knowledge of Section 42 (LIHTC) principles and requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Real Estate, Finance, or Business preferred
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with an emphasis in financial analysis
• Understanding of real estate accounting principles and financial reporting procedures with the ability to analyze variances.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. A strong understanding of Excel is a must.
• Able to work proactively, independently, and as a strategic partner in a team environment
• Strong ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written form.
• Must be articulate with the ability to be persuasive and organized in thought and composition when speaking with others and when formulating emails, memos, and letters
• Ability to exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions
• Ability to handle pressure, meet deadlines, and set priorities for workload
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and gather and analyze information skillfully
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality

• Evaluate overall property performance to develop and implement a strategic business plan.
• Monitor and evaluate financial operating results to enhance cash flow and profitability by completing monthly financial reviews and reviewing weekly property operating KPIs.
• Oversee cash management for properties. Review monthly cash forecasts and prepare funding requests if applicable. Management of cash needs through utilization of replacement and operating reserves and timing of major expenditures.
• Perform a detailed review of the property’s annual operating budget and approve the final budget. Project the annual cash flow for distribution and schedule cash sweeps from the properties.
• Work collaboratively with property management to identify challenges and execute timely and effective solutions. This would include management of budgets, staffing, CapEX, and other property programs.
• Conduct regular site visits as needed to include but not limited to review of: curb appeal, the status of CapEx projects, common area and vacant unit inspections, and personnel issues.
• Assess project and partnership risk factors as they pertain to compliance with Section 42 (LIHTC) provisions, terms of the partnership agreement, loan documents, LURAs, QAPs, and tax credit applications.
• Upon new deal handoff, review all closing documents (partnership agreement, loan documents, regulatory agreements, property management agreement, etc.), construction plans, and deal summary to understand investment underwriting, General Partner rights and responsibilities, reporting requirements, and investment benchmarks.
• For new deals, monitor construction progress and building delivery turnover schedule. Review estimated construction completion dates to underwriting and project lease-up completion dates.
• Provide lease-up goals to the property management company. In coordination with the management company, develop staffing schedule, rent schedule, marketing plan and lease-up budget.
• Develop a strategy to achieve lease-up goals and investment benchmarks. Participate in construction building walks.
• Monitor first-year tenant file audit and address any issues.
• Provide feedback to Development on underwriting for proposed developments.
• Collaborate with Property Management, Resident Services, and other stakeholders to develop an annual resident experience calendar and assist with implementation and oversight as needed. Tailor and adjust by community based on ongoing needs and desires of residents.