Blake Smith Staffing, LLC

Background and Skills: Bachelors degree required 1-3 years of relevant work experience (preferably in banking, real estate investment, or LIHTC development) Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, including the ability to build, audit, and defend real estate financial models Deep intellectual curiosity and problem-solving abilities Strong oral and written communication skills Proficient in standard office applications, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Key responsibilities include: Support the Director of Development & Investments across all phases of affordable housing acquisitions, financing, and development Prepare and maintain detailed financial models incorporating diverse capital structures and affordable housingspecific financing tools and programs Compile, analyze, and review due diligence materials, including financial, market, demographic, site, and federal and state regulatory information Review, validate, and support project budgets, assumptions, and pro forma analyses, including identifying and addressing project-specific risks and challenges Coordinate and communicate with investors, lenders, brokers, property managers, and industry consultants Prepare and complete applications and documentation required for debt and equity financing, property acquisitions, government subsidies, and rental assistance contracts This role is well suited to someone who thrives working in a lean, collaborative environment, is comfortable navigating ambiguity, and wants exposure to the full lifecycle of affordable housing investments from acquisition to stabilization. Must have Project Based Section 8 and 4% LIHTC experience! Location: Boston, MA