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Oxford Properties Group

23d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree, accounting designation, 3+ years in finance/audit, real estate experience, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and ERP exposure.
  • You will handle financial reporting, conduct month-end analyses, prepare financial statements, assist with planning, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Requirements

  • * Have completed a University degree and obtained a Professional Accounting Designation;
  • * Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related capacity (financial reporting/analysis or audit experience from mid-size or Big Four firm) preferably with real estate exposure and have a proven record of strong performance;
  • * Have experience working with international organizations in a multi-currency environment;
  • * Have dealt with complex organizational structures and consolidations;
  • * Are analytical and have the ability to produce analysis with appropriate style and language to support conclusions;
  • * High attention to detail and strong follow-up skills;
  • * Possess strong written and verbal communication skills;
  • * Strong process management/improvement skills with a mindset for continuous improvement;
  • * Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge within a team environment;
  • * Are driven to achieving results and continuously striving to deliver the highest performance through critical thinking;
  • * Excel in working in a fast pace, dynamic environment and have demonstrated time management and organizational skills, and an ability to prioritize responsibilities;
  • * Are proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook; and
  • * Have exposure to ERP & Consolidation systems, preferably JD Edwards and Hyperion Financial Management.

Responsibilities

  • Financial Reporting
  • Financial reporting for various properties including timely and accurate recording of monthly results obtained from service providers;
  • Financial reporting for certain corporate structures including timely and accurate recording of monthly results obtained from service providers;
  • Month end review and reporting to Corporate Consolidations team: preparation of journal entries, bank reconciliations, month end key indicator and variance analysis against budgets, equity, investment and intercompany account reconciliations, cash management, general and administrative expense analysis, foreign exchange analysis etc.;
  • Preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements or review of financial statements prepared by third party service providers in various jurisdictions, ensuring consistent application of accounting standards in accordance with local GAAP or IFRS;
  • Technical analysis to ensure appropriate accounting treatment for acquisitions and dispositions; and
  • Completing ad-hoc analyses as required by management.
  • Financial Planning & Analysis And Operational Support
  • Review and analysis of annual operating plans and quarterly reforecasts with our various teams and asset managers;
  • Performance measurement and maintaining an understanding of what drives key variances to plan/forecast for assigned portfolio, as well as helping our asset managers tell the story for their sectors; and
  • Assisting with the execution of portfolio strategies, including supporting the investments team on the execution of transactional activity.
  • Process Innovation And Controls
  • Participation in projects with a focus on continuous improvement and making recommendations for efficiencies in day to day responsibilities; and
  • Ensure compliance with Oxford’s processes and controls.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Financial Analyst?

The Senior Financial Analyst will have ownership over a portfolio of real estate assets, responsible for full cycle accounting and reporting, real estate performance analysis, consolidated regional reporting, financial planning, and ad hoc support related to transaction activity.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have completed a university degree and obtained a professional accounting designation, along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in financial reporting/analysis or audit, ideally with real estate exposure.

Is international experience required for this role?

Yes, experience working with international organizations in a multi-currency environment is preferred.

What software skills are necessary for the Senior Financial Analyst position?

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and exposure to ERP & Consolidation systems, preferably JD Edwards and Hyperion Financial Management, are necessary.

Will I be involved in process innovation and controls?

Yes, the role includes participation in projects focused on continuous improvement and making recommendations for efficiencies in day-to-day responsibilities.

What kind of team culture does OMERS promote?

OMERS promotes a people-first culture that values diversity and inclusion, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing within teams.

What is the company’s stance on equal opportunity employment?

OMERS is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process throughout the employee experience.

Will I have the opportunity to conduct ad-hoc analyses?

Yes, the role includes completing ad-hoc analyses as required by management.

What type of financial statements will I be preparing or reviewing?

You will prepare standalone and consolidated financial statements or review financial statements prepared by third-party service providers, ensuring adherence to local GAAP or IFRS.

How does this role contribute to OMERS' overall purpose?

The Senior Financial Analyst contributes by strengthening economies and communities through the effective financial management and performance analysis of real estate assets.

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Oxford Properties Group

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

We are a global real estate investor, developer and manager. Established in 1960, Oxford and our platform companies manage nearly $87 billion of assets with a portfolio of 158 million square feet of commercial space. Our global portfolio includes workplace, life sciences, industrial, shopping, living, hotels & alternatives and credit assets on four continents. A thematic investor with a committed source of capital, we invest in properties, portfolios, development sites, debt, securities and platform companies across the risk-reward spectrum. Oxford is backed by OMERS, which has a diversified, global portfolio of public market, infrastructure, private equity, venture capital and real estate investments. OMERS ensures retirement security for over half a million public service and other employees from municipalities, school boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario, Canada.