Director, Finance

Location

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $268 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture.  We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader:  Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.  Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

Reporting to the Vice-President, Finance, the candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing aspects of the group’s financial reporting and operations.  The Director will also be instrumental in re-shaping current processes and implementing change management.  The ideal candidate excels in dynamic settings, navigates complex organizational structures with ease, and has proven finance/accounting experience.

Overview:

• Manage a 5-person finance team to complete reporting under IFRS and US GAAP.
• Position the team for our next growth phase through automation and process improvement.
• Manage financial operations and controls over reporting, performance measurement, and SOX compliance.

Process improvements:

• Assess improvement opportunities, manage the change process, and ensure sustained improvements.
• Automate recurring analysis and working papers involving large data sets.
• Design and develop practical and user-friendly Excel models and templates.
• Ensure continuous collaboration and support to team members and stakeholders.

Financial Reporting:

• Oversee the quarterly consolidation process for the corporate segment, including various reporting packs required for the company’s public reporting under IFRS and US GAAP
• Maintain monthly management reports supported by analysis and work papers.
• Review accounting entries and accounting packages from regional subsidiaries
• Assist with managing corporate operations including liquidity management, forecasting and compliance
• Liaise with and support Fund operations, tax, legal, and treasury on complex technical accounting steps.
• Establish and maintain robust processes over accounting operations, and ensure key internal controls meet quality standards including SOX requirements.

Performance measurement

• Participate in the twice-yearly business plan process across the platform to align with corporate growth strategy.
• Report on key metrics such as fee-bearing capital, management fees and carried interest through review of financial models.
• Prepare and review quarterly presentations on key drivers behind operating results.

Qualifications and Requirements

• CA or CPA designation with at least 7 - 9 years of experience in roles that produced financial statements and with at least 3 years of experience in managing teams.
• Enjoys an entrepreneurial environment that requires rolling up the sleeves and fostering a “can do” culture.
• Critical thinker who analyzes and solve complex problems in unstructured situations.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and can simplify complex issues to a wide audience.
• Advanced Excel skills and has a tech-savvy attitude to identify, analyze and implement changes that enhance business performance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and OneStream is an asset.

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it.  Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.