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Hotel Real Estate Appraiser Associate - Consulting & Valuation

HVS, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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HVS Hospitality Consulting

is seeking hotel accountants who want to move from back‑office accounting into the forefront of hotel appraisal with a dynamic and collaborative team. A bachelor’s degree is required. The starting salary is $60,000, with ample opportunities to grow income beyond what is possible in on‑site operations. According to the team, the average salary approaches $100,000 after a few years of learning this work and becoming exceptional in its delivery. We fund 100 % of the health‑care premium, provide a 401(k) match, and include other valuable perks.

Ideal Candidate Ideal candidate:

If you have a bachelor’s degree, at least six months of hotel experience, are a self‑starter who wants a career with advancement opportunities, and desire to work within a multicultural community, apply today. Hotel Revenue Managers, Hotel Accounting professionals, and other hospitality industry professionals with a passion for numbers and writing are also encouraged to apply.

Job Location Job Location:

New Orleans, LA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform valuations of hotels and other hospitality‑related income‑producing real estate, as well as supply‑and‑demand analyses

Prepare forecasts of income and expenses

Write appraisals, market studies, feasibility studies, and consulting reports

Use HVS models to conduct analyses

Carry out fieldwork and property inspections, as directed

Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements

Basic understanding of hotel operation fundamentals

Analyze hotel financial statements and economic, lodging, and market area trends to arrive at supportable supply‑and‑demand forecasts

Work as part of a team to meet individual and office objectives (this is a work‑from‑the‑office position, so living close to our New Orleans office would be a plus!)

Prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines

Travel up to 40 % of the time (often local/drive‑to markets)

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Effective organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel skills and experience in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Strong work ethic with attention to detail and demonstrated problem‑solving skills

A valid U.S. driver’s license

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance, real estate, or hotel administration

Experience in hotel operations (6 months to 2 years+ of hotel operations preferred)

Physical Demands Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Physical demands include:

Frequent sitting (e.g., at the computer or in a car or airplane in transit to fieldwork); standing desks provided upon request

Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds

Commuting to our New Orleans office – this is a work‑from‑the‑office position

Long drives are often required to visit markets throughout the Southeast, where flying may not be convenient

Working Environment Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The individual works in an office environment with the requirement to travel approximately 20 %-40 % of the time to carry out fieldwork and property inspections (this is often local inspections/fieldwork that takes you out of the office but not too far from home).

Base Pay & Benefits

$60,000 annual salary

Company‑paid employee health insurance, including long‑term disability, dental, and life insurance – 100 % of premium covered

Paid cellphone service

Company‑paid continuing education, licensing, MAI, and professional development

Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer

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