Analyst, Finance

Brookfield Properties; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services company in Toronto is seeking an experienced Analyst in Finance. This role involves investment management, financial reporting, and supporting value-add initiatives across various sectors, including office and industrial. Candidates should have CPA qualifications or be pursuing the designation, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of progressive work experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional organization and self-motivation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Onboard and offboard investments including financial reporting.
• Prepare financial statements according to US GAAP and IFRS.
• Assist in developing annual budgets and business plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Problem-solving ability

Education

CPA qualification or pursuing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Our Company

AtBrookfield Properties, the foundation of our success is firmly rooted in our people.

Our company is comprised of experts across a range of specialties who share a goal of ensuring our properties are continuously evolving to meet the needs of our communities and stakeholders. To meet this goal, we hire visionary, entrepreneurial talent who help us innovate and enhance our business. We build collaborative teams who value integrity, creativity and diversity.

Our teams operate an iconic portfolio of irreplaceable properties within the world’s most dynamic markets. As one of the largest real estate services companies, we provide management and development expertise exclusively for properties owned by Brookfield Asset Management.

Job Description

At Brookfield Properties, our people are the foundation of our success. The Brookfield Properties Corporate team brings together subject matter experts who lead with confidence, adaptability, and resourcefulness. The corporate group works across all sectors of Brookfield’s real estate business – including housing, logistics, hospitality, office, and retail – collaborating with our best‑in‑class asset managers. Efficiency is at the core of what we do. We seek to simplify, standardize, automate, and optimize—creating smarter solutions and maximizing value across every facet of Brookfield’s business. When you join the Brookfield Properties Corporate team, you become part of a high-performing, collaborative environment where innovation and impact thrive.

Analyst, Finance

The Analyst, Finance will be part of the real estate management team providing multiple services tailored to drive optimal returns from investments made by Brookfield sponsored Funds in the Office, Industrial, Multifamily, Senior Housing, Self‑Storage, and other sectors. This is an ideal role for candidates that thrive in a fast-paced environment and have an interest in learning about different sectors in real estate. The role is based in Toronto and would also liaise with various teams within Brookfield and across functions.

Responsibilities

Manage investments

• Onboard and offboard investments – including review of organizational structures, review of fund flow in close coordination with tax, open bank accounts, review loan agreements, review cash management agreements, review closing statements, purchase price allocations, onboard third-party property managers.
• Prepare various financial information and analytics to ensure accuracy of reporting as well as optimal performance.
• Prepare materials for valuation meeting, board meeting and quarterly results meeting.
• Prepare financial and management reporting to ensure accuracy and analyze return goals (IRR, MOC, TWR).
• Ensure lender compliance, REIT compliance, statutory compliance, governance & control testing, etc.
• Coordinate with lenders and internal asset management teams to submit loan draws.
• Prepare investor capital calls and distributions.

Reporting – Fund reporting and investment property reporting

• Prepare financial statements and investor reporting prepared in accordance with US GAAP – Investment Company Accounting and IFRS.
• Prepare quarterly reporting deliverables, including board meeting materials.
• Assist with the external audit and tax reporting process with big 4 firms.

Financial, Planning & Analysis

• Review and update quarterly valuation models.
• Work with asset management team to develop an annual budget as well as a 5-year business plan.
• Assist with regular forecasting/reforecasting and related analytics.
• Monitor liquidity and assess capital needs for the business.

Support value‑add initiatives

• Assist with process & system enhancements with focus on scalability for future growth and improving efficiency.
• Assist as needed with due diligence related to refinancing, dispositions, development and re‑development.
• Assist and liaise with tax consultant, as necessary for real estate tax reassessment and appeals.

Qualifications

• CPA-qualified or working towards obtaining the designation, with 1-2 years of progressive work experience.
• Superior communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally with various levels of internal & external stakeholders.
• Exceptionally organized, self-motivated and proactive, with proven ability to prioritize and deliver results independently, while working together with a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Experience in real estate or working experience in industry is a plus.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will accommodate the needs of all qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.