Financial Analyst x2

Vaco by Highspring; Ajax; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Ajax, Ontario, is seeking an investment manager. The ideal candidate will be CPA-qualified or pursuing the designation, with 1-2 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing investments, preparing financial statements, and coordinating with lenders. The role offers a salary range of $75,000 - $80,000 per year. Interested candidates must reside within the Greater Toronto Area.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of progressive work experience in finance.
• Experience in real estate or relevant industry is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage investments and coordinate with asset management teams.
• Prepare financial statements and investor reporting.
• Assist with external audits and tax reporting processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

CPA qualification or working towards it

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Opportunity

• 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, etc.

Prepare various financial information and analytics to ensure accuracy of reporting as well as optimal performance o 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) o 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 o 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 redevelopment

Assist and liaise with tax consultant, as necessary for real estate tax reassessment and appeals

About You

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

Salary Range

$75,000 - $80,000 / year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

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By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.