Job Description

Financial Analyst – Real Estate & Construction

Our client is a leading real estate and construction organization in the Greater Toronto Area, known for its extensive portfolio and commitment to innovation in property development. They are seeking an experienced and dedicated Financial Analyst to join their team and support the company’s strategic goals through detailed financial analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive financial and contract analysis to support strategic initiatives and ensure adherence to company goals.
• Develop reports and presentations that incorporate analytical findings to support planning, decision-making, and address the needs of Senior Management and the Board.
• Identify, assess, and recommend solutions to financial challenges that impact property acquisition reporting, including variance cost analysis and account reconciliations.
• Create financial models, apply reporting templates, and automate processes to meet corporate standards for financial reporting.
• Provide Management teams with detailed financial analysis and reports within established deadlines.
• Process updated approval submission memos and project budget tables for each settlement to ensure proper approvals and adequate funding.
• Review and summarize contracts, legal documentation, the Expropriations Act, and other relevant documentation related to property acquisitions.
• Collaborate with the in-house property data management database  to ensure accurate reporting and data reflection.
• Oversee the Month-end and Year-end processes for property acquisition projects, ensuring all accrual entries are accurate and meet protocol.
• Lead the analysis and delivery of financial reports by reconciling costs, forecasting expenditures, and identifying variances. Present data in meaningful formats (dashboards, charts, graphs, and tables) for decision-making purposes.
• Promote transparency and identify areas for process improvement. Help implement measures to address deficiencies in processes, protocols, and procedures.

Requirements:

• Completion of a degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Accounting, or related 
• Demonstrated experience in real estate, property accounting, finance, financial analysis, and reporting, preferably within a real estate environment.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, Power BI, Word, PowerPoint, or similar software tools.
• Strong background in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting principles, particularly within large, complex projects.
• Experience managing month-end processes, project forecasts, and capital budgets.