Director, Finance

Brookfield; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Infrastructure Group in Toronto seeks a seasoned finance leader to join the Finance and Operations team. You will report to the Senior Vice President, Finance and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive accurate quarterly reporting and fund operations.

The role requires a CPA/CA, a university degree, and a minimum of seven years in finance. You will lead, coach, and optimize processes using advanced financial systems and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• University degree required.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA) required.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive work experience in finance and/or accounting functions.
• Experience in private funds and knowledge of the investment management industry is an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Review quarterly reporting to investors and users under US GAAP and IFRS.
• Review investor capital statements and available commitment schedules quarterly.
• Present quarterly results to senior management.
• Oversee interactions with service providers to ensure timely, accurate information.
• Review valuations of fund investments quarterly and tax financials.
• Assist with capital calls, distributions, and fund operations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

University degree

CPA/CA designation

Tools

Mercatus

Workiva

Anaplan

Excel

Job description

Business - Infrastructure

Brookfield Infrastructure Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Infrastructure Group is one of the world’s largest infrastructure investors, owning and operating critical assets across the transport, utilities, energy, and data infrastructure sectors. The Group operates and manages approximately $262 billion of assets owned through its private funds and publicly listed entity, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners. Our portfolio of assets facilitate the movement and storage of energy, water, freight, passengers and data, and are located in North and South America, Europe and the Asia Pacific regions. For more information, visit: https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/infrastructure

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Business - Infrastructure

Brookfield Infrastructure Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Infrastructure Group is one of the world’s largest infrastructure investors, owning and operating critical assets across the transport, utilities, energy, and data infrastructure sectors. The Group operates and manages approximately $262 billion of assets owned through its private funds and publicly listed entity, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners. Our portfolio of assets facilitate the movement and storage of energy, water, freight, passengers and data, and are located in North and South America, Europe and the Asia Pacific regions. For more information, visit: https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/infrastructure

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

As a member of the Brookfield Infrastructure Finance and Operations team, you will report to the Senior Vice President, Finance and work alongside a strong team and collaborate with several internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review quarterly reporting to investors and other users, including financial statements prepared in accordance with US GAAP – Investment Company Accounting and IFRS
• Review of investor Partners’ Capital Statements (“PCAPs”) and available commitment schedules on a quarterly basis
• Presentation of quarterly results to senior management
• Overseeing the team’s interaction with various service providers to ensure information being provided is accurate and provided in a timely basis
• Review valuations of fund investments on a quarterly basis
• Review of accounting packages for individual legal entities, including review of tax financials
• Preparing internal and external audit requests and maintaining appropriate control documentation
• Managing and reviewing capital calls from, and distributions to investors
• Assist with managing fund operations, including liquidity management, investor queries, forecasting and compliance
• Thorough understanding of the legal structure of the various funds and the related impact on funds flows and consolidation
• Assist with analysis of complex accounting issues that arise, including the structuring of new acquisitions
• Provide oversight on any improvements to the reporting process and actively coach team members
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to drive efficiencies, optimize processes, and enhance overall effectiveness across the finance function
• Special projects & ad hoc requests as required

Requirements

• University degree
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CA)
• Minimum of seven years of progressive work experience in finance and/or accounting functions;
• Experience in private funds and knowledge of the investment management industry, and experience dealing with complex ownership structures would be an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative;
• Excellent analytical, and problem-solving ability;
• Exemplifies the right motivation by aspiring to achieve collective goals;
• Ability to work in a dynamic, complex, fast-paced environment, to adapt quickly and to manage changing priorities;
• Superior communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines;
• Strong financial systems experience, including advanced Excel;
• Experience with Mercatus, Workiva, Anaplan all an asset
• Self-motivated and pro-active, with respect to both managing workload and professional development.

Position Opening Reason

New Position Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe, respectful; our shared success depends on it. We do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicant information is collected and handled in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. As part of this commitment, we provide barrier-free and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and applicable human rights legislation. If you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.