Financial Analyst III, Real Estate Analysis & Planning

Intello Technologies Inc.; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Halifax is seeking a Financial Analyst to join its Corporate Real Estate team. The successful candidate will manage financial reporting and budget planning for a $90M leasing portfolio. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a CPA designation, and experience in IFRS 16. This role offers flexible work options and a comprehensive compensation package including a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive total rewards package

Minimum 3 weeks of vacation

Generous pension and share purchase programs

Career growth and development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant analytical experience in finance/accounting position.
• Experience with financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Ability to partner with various teams to meet lease accounting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial reporting and budget planning processes.
• Support lease administrative team for financial interactions in SAP.
• Oversee the month-end process for lease portfolio.

Skills

Strong problem-solving & analytical skills

Collaborative spirit

Result-driven mindset

Forecasting and budget management

In-depth knowledge of SAP

Understanding of IFRS 16

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Education

University Degree in a relevant field

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Tools

SAP

REFX module of SAP

Job description

Description

Join our team

We are a people-first, customer-first, purpose-driven team that works together every day to innovate courageously and create a stronger, more caring world through technology. At TELUS, we foster a culture that empowers team members to embrace change, solve complex problems, and deliver remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

TELUS is looking for an enthusiastic team player to join the Corporate Real Estate team to assist in the management of TELUS’ portfolio, which includes a $90M per annum leasing portfolio plus a large portfolio of owned properties and a burgeoning development arm. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial reporting aspects of the leased portfolio.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate the CRE lease team for the preparation of monthly financial reporting and budget planning process
• Support the CRE lease administrative team for all financial interactions in REFX module of SAP
• Responsible for complete month-end process & reporting on lease portfolio, in accordance to IFRS 16 requirements, with clear & concise commentary
• Partner with Finance accounting policies team, other business unit real estate primes and key stakeholders to participate in IFRS 16 lease discussions & requirements
• Oversee the CRE lease portfolio by maintaining & updating lease information via REFX module of SAP
• Complete ad-hoc analysis as required to aid key stakeholders in making informed business decisions
• Identify and implement process improvements

Qualifications

What you bring

• Strong problem-solving & analytical skills
• Collaborative spirit and ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment
• Result-driven mindset and ability to take initiative and ownership of issues and think outside the sandbox to offer solutions to complex issues
• Forecasting and budget management, planning, tracking, invoice processing, chargebacks
• In-depth knowledge of use of SAP
• Understanding of accounting for leases with respect to IFRS 16 standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Excel and Google Sheets skills
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy
• University Degree in a relevant field
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant analytical experience in finance/accounting position

Great to haves

• Real Estate industry background and knowledge
• Working knowledge of REFX module of SAP is an asset

Salary Range: $73,000-$109,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 12%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

• Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
• Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both
• Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
• Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
• Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
• And much more …

A bit about us

We’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.

You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.

Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.

Operations

We’re the ones that design, build, repair and maintain the billions of dollars’ worth of the infrastructure that keeps more than 15.2 million Canadians connected.

We are honoured to be recognized

1.4M days volunteered in our communities.

70% of team members work at home or are mobile.

15.2 Million customers that TELUS is serving across Canada.

Accessibility

TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.