Dream is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting

As a Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting at Dream Industrial REIT, you will be supporting the Corporate Accounting team in preparing external and internal financial reporting and analyses, and supporting multiple exciting strategic and process improvement initiatives during the year.

You will gain significant experience in the industrial real estate sector across our global portfolio, and gain exposure to complex accounting and reporting matters.

What will you do?

Below are some of the primary responsibilities you will be taking on in this role:

• Support the Corporate Accounting team in preparing the FS, MD&A, KPI analyses, and other financial and compliance deliverables
• Lead the quarterly FS analysis on a consolidated basis, and G&A analyses at both the corporate and regional levels
• Review and analyze key performance metrics on a quarterly basis
• Prepare and oversee month-end close deliverables and analyses
• Support the G&A budgeting process and perform monthly budget vs. actual analysis
• Support internal cross functional initiatives and work with other departments and external partners, including our European Finance team, Property Accounting, Operational Finance, FP&A, Strategic Finance and Tax
• Research and analyze corporate transactions and lease agreements, assess complex accounting matters and draft technical accounting policies and memos
• Identify and implement opportunities in process improvements and reporting in the month-end close and financial reporting processes
• Take initiative to write and streamline reports from our financial systems
• Assist with ad hoc accounting, systems and strategic projects
• Prepare or review statutory legal entity statements for tax purposes
• Coach and supervise junior resources as needed

What type of experience is required?

• Minimum 2-5 years of accounting experience in a related role preferably within the real estate industry
• Big four experience in the real estate industry are considered an asset
• Professional Accounting Designation such as CPA
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to independently identify issues and determine an action plan to resolve them
• Superior interpersonal, oral and written communication at all levels of the organization
• Attention to accuracy and detail oriented
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and multi-task whilst ensuring reporting deadlines are met
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of Workiva, JDE, or ReportsNow are considered an asset

Who are we?

Founded in 1994 with a vision to revolutionize the way people live and work, Dream is one of Canada's leading real estate companies, with over $26 billion in assets across North America and Europe. Responsible for some of the country's most iconic and transformative projects, we always invest with purpose, embracing creativity, passion and innovation, delivering strong returns, while positively impacting the communities and the world around us.

While on the surface we may not seem that different from our competitors, it's our attitude and approach that truly set us apart. We are guided by our entrepreneurial spirit; we seize unconventional opportunities and try new things, approaching every project with passion and purpose. We care about our employees. We want everyone to have a rewarding career and to work and have fun with people they like, so we provide exciting work opportunities, open work environments, and fun events. Once you join us, it won't take long to figure out why your colleagues like it so much here.

Dream Unlimited is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodation through any aspect our process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.