Coordinator, Corporate Finance

ONEX; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm is seeking a Finance Coordinator to support corporate finance processes in Toronto. This role involves coordinating banking requests, managing vendor compliance, and providing administrative support to the finance team. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a diverse and inclusive team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of office administration duties.
• Basic knowledge of legal documents is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate opening and closing of bank accounts.
• Act as liaison between Onex and banks.
• Manage collection of W-9 forms for vendors.
• Support the Financial Reporting team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related background in Business Administration/Law/Paralegal

Job description

Onex is an investor and asset manager that invests capital on behalf of Onex shareholders and clients across the globe. Formed in 1984, we have a long track record of creating value for our clients and shareholders. Onex became a public company in 1987 and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ONEX. Onex’ two primary businesses are Private Equity and Credit. In Private Equity, we raise funds from third-party investors and invest them, along with Onex’ own investing capital, through the funds of our private equity platforms: Onex Partners and ONCAP. Similarly, in Credit, we raise and invest capital across several private credit, liquid credit and public equity strategies.

Our investors include a broad range of global clients, including public and private pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, family offices and high net worth individuals. Onex has $53.1 billion in assets under management, of which $8.3billion is Onex’ own investing capital. We generate value for our shareholders through two segments: Investing and Asset Management.

The Opportunity:

Onex is currently seeking to hire a Finance Coordinator to join the Onex Corporate Finance group. Reporting to the Manager, Finance, this role will play an important part in supporting the firm’s corporate finance processes.

What you will do:

• Facilitate the opening and closing of bank accounts and other treasury related requests for the various Corporate and Fund entities:
  • Coordinate with internal partners to gather required documentation and information.
  • Review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, partnership agreements, and Know Your Client (KYC) documents as required by the banking institutions.
• Act as liaison between Onex and banks for all treasury related inquiries, requests, and transactions.
• Manage the collection and validation of W-9 forms from vendors, contractors, and other payees to ensure accuracy of information for annual 1099 reporting.
• Create and distribute annual 1099 forms to vendors and contractors in compliance with IRS regulations and deadlines.
• Compile and organize financial data to facilitate Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR) reporting.
• Support the Financial Reporting team by providing administrative assistance related to financial statements.
• Support the Corporate Finance group in invoice allocations and ad hoc projects and tasks as needed.
• Provide administrative support to the Corporate Finance group, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars and correspondence.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or an educational background in Business Administration/Law/Paralegal considered an asset.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of legal documents and agreements are considered an asset.
• Previous experience in banking operations is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask, work well in an environment with high expectations and meet established deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and maturity along with strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of office administration duties.
• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Our Team & Commitment:

Onex is led by the firm’s CEO, Bobby Le Blanc, as well as experienced leaders at each of our businesses. We have approximately 120 investment professionals across all platforms, supported by approximately 165 professionals dedicated to our corporate functions and investment platforms. Consistent with our One Onex approach, the teams share and leverage sector expertise, and sourcing and origination of opportunities across all business lines. Our culture is guided by our strong commitment to accountability, intellectual honesty and respect for all our partners and stakeholders.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion:

Onex recognizes that a diverse team and inclusive environment are vital in contributing to our continued success as an investor and asset manager. We believe that diverse perspectives create better outcomes for us and our stakeholders, including the companies we invest in, our shareholders, investors and clients, as well as the communities we serve.

Onex’ commitment to diversity and inclusion includes increasing our focus on attracting and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds, creating additional awareness of diversity issues and benefits, fostering and inspiring a more supportive environment where inclusivity is expected and prioritized, and embedding accountability for diversity throughout the firm.

Sustainability:

As a public company, we are committed to delivering value for all of our stakeholders – our shareholders, investors, employees, operating companies and the communities in which we operate. Responsible governance throughout Onex and across our platforms is fundamental to the success of our organization. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of good governance, which builds trust and confidence in our stewardship of capital.

Consistent with our long-held belief that responsible investing is both the right approach to investing, as well as a driver of meaningful stakeholder value, we continue to make enhancements to our sustainability program. Recent initiatives include the addition of resources to our sustainability team and the measurement and management of carbon emissions across Onex and our investment platforms. To remain aligned with emerging best practices, we participate in several industry initiatives, including the ESG Data Convergence Initiative (“EDCI”), Initiative Climat International (“iCI”), the Principles for Responsible Investment (“PRI”), and the IFRS Sustainability Alliance, among others. We expect our program to continue to expand in line with this rapidly evolving area, while remaining rooted in our founding principle of responsible investing. Further information on Onex’ Sustainability Policy and Climate Strategy can be found on our website, www.onex.com .

Onex is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] .