Screening Analyst

Your Role 

As a Screening Analyst, you will support the underwriting and execution of complex real estate financing transactions across Ascent’s lending platform. You will work closely with underwriters and cross-functional teams to evaluate borrowers, analyze property-level performance, support due diligence efforts, and help drive transactions through the closing process. 

This role is ideal for someone who is analytical, highly organized, and eager to learn in a collaborative, execution-focused environment. 

What You’ll Do 

• Analyze borrower, guarantor, and property financials, including tax returns, operating statements, rent rolls, and cash flow reporting  
• Assist with underwriting models, credit analyses, and investment memorandums to support financing recommendations  
• Support the evaluation and structuring of real estate lending opportunities across multiple asset types  
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders across underwriting, servicing, operations, legal, and capital markets to facilitate efficient deal execution  
• Assist with transaction management at initial review. 
• Conduct market research and supply-demand analysis to support investment and credit decisions  
• Maintain organized loan files, track transaction milestones, and ensure accuracy of documentation and reporting  
• Participate in borrower meetings, and due diligence reviews as needed  
• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies across the underwriting and execution workflow  

What You Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field  
• 1–2 years of experience in finance, commercial real estate, lending, underwriting, or related analytical roles preferred  
• Strong financial analysis and Excel modeling capabilities  
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment  
• Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take initiative  
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments  
• Experience with loan underwriting, credit analysis, or real estate financial analysis is a plus  

What Success Looks Like 

• You communicate proactively and follow through consistently  
• You take ownership of your work and operate with accountability  
• You are adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic environment  
• You approach challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset  
• You balance analytical rigor with practical execution  
• You contribute positively to team culture and collaboration 

The Pay 

• Salary for this role is $80,000-95,000 annually plus eligibility for a 15% bonus. 

The Work Environment 

• This role works on-site from Ascent's Encino office, Monday - Thursday (Fridays are work-from-home).