Hotel Feasibility Analyst / Appraiser

Feasibility Analyst/Appraiser

Overview

Hotel & Leisure Advisors is expanding our consulting team and is recruiting for a senior- or entry-level Feasibility/Valuation Analyst in our Cleveland, Ohio office.

Considering a career change? H&LA is seeking accountants, revenue managers, and financial analysts with a hospitality background who want to apply their industry expertise in a consulting environment. We also welcome recent graduates with degrees in hospitality, finance, real estate, or a related field who are interested in building a career in hospitality consulting.

Our team specializes in feasibility studies, valuations, operational reviews, market and economic impact analyses for a wide range of hospitality and leisure assets , including hotels, resorts, indoor waterparks, casinos, conference and convention centers, golf courses, ski resorts, and other destination attractions. Consultants work on projects across North America for developers, investors, municipalities, and tribal organizations.

Essential Functions

• Prepare appraisals, feasibility studies, impact analyses , and other consulting assignments
• Analyze market conditions, competitive supply, and demand trends within hospitality and leisure markets
• Collect, verify, and analyze market data from myriad industry sources
• Conduct interviews with industry stakeholders, property managers, and local market representatives
• Travel for site visits and field work (approximately 30% of average work month)
• Support business development efforts and represent the firm at industry conferences and events
• May perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

· Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Hospitality Management, Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field

· 0–2+ years of relevant experience in hospitality, attractions, entertainment, finance, or real estate; experience in appraisal, accounting, or financial analysis is a plus

· Strong commitment to quality, integrity, and thorough research in hospitality consulting and real estate valuation

· Excellent analytical, writing, organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

· Valid passport and ability to travel for fieldwork

· Ability to obtain a Certified General Appraiser license in Ohio (company support provided toward licensing requirements)

Many of our most successful candidates are those who would like to move out of operations and have a more balanced work environment . In addition to a passion for hospitality, the ideal candidate would hold a bachelor’s degree, have experience in the industry, and possess strong writing skills and financial acumen .

Our consultants travel throughout the U.S. and Canada analyzing hospitality trends, studying leisure-oriented assets, and conducting research in local communities. While we focus on hospitality, each project is unique, which provides myriad opportunities to visit new places, analyze new concepts, and learn new skills.

Each consultant works independently on projects but relies on the expertise and experience of our consultant team and assistance from our talented research staff. Our commitment to a collaborative environment is the backbone of H&LA’s success

Our performance-based compensation system rewards productivity and professional development. In addition, we provide the opportunity for advancement based on achievable benchmarks of professional development and experience . The salary range is commensurate with experience and is between $60K – $100K, with incentive and bonus compensation available after the training period. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental, life, & disability insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and paid continuing education. Ensuring our commitment to a work/life balance, H&LA offers a family-friendly, flexible, hybrid, and balanced work environment in a vibrant and affordable city just five miles from downtown Cleveland.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include the job title in the subject line. Due to the volume of applications, we are not always able to respond to each application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Hospitality industry financial: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified General Appraiser license (Preferred)
• Passport (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cleveland, OH 44107: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cleveland, OH 44107