Job Description

Role Impact:

Lead the external financial reporting function, including the analysis and preparation of quarterly financial statements and evaluation and implementation of new accounting standards. Lead the research and documentation of complex transactions (i.e. acquisitions, dispositions and new accounting standards) and provide analysis to support accounting treatment.

What you will deliver:

I. Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Through the provision of regular feedback in the form of status meetings, objective setting sessions, performance appraisals, coaching and counseling, and formal presentations:
  • manages and reviews the activities of direct reports to ensure the timely and accurate completion of reports in accordance with timelines;
  • provides regular evaluation of staff development needs with respect to technical requirements of their functions;
  • manages the external auditors through the audit process to ensure their requests are dealt with effectively and efficiently; and
  • coordinates cross-functionally with the internal audit team to determine the operational and financial reporting impact of material findings of internal controls testing.

II. Functional Responsibilities:

• Leading the preparation and review of the annually audited and quarterly reviewed combined/consolidated financial statements for real estate operations of OTPPB and any material subsidiaries, ensuring the financial statements are in accordance with PGAAP/IFRS and statutory requirements;
• Leading the preparation and review of the annual unaudited legal entity financial statements required mainly for tax return purposes;
• Liaise with accounting teams at the asset class level in order to obtain and analyze subsidiary financial information and to resolve accounting issues when required;
• Lead the end-to-end quarterly review and annual audit processes, facilitating external auditor relations and overseeing audit deliverables;
• Lead the preparation of the annual pension financial statements including liaising with any external service providers (as required);
• Leading the research and documentation of complex transactions (i.e. acquisitions, dispositions and new accounting standards) and provide analysis to support accounting treatment in accordance with CF’s accounting policies (PGAAP or IFRS);
• Leading the implementation of changes to company-wide financial accounting policies;
• Leading the development and implementation of process and procedure improvement projects within the Financial Reporting team;
• Recommend and test changes to financial reports ensuring they remain current and meaningful;
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What your strengths are:

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written);
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills;
• Focused on process optimization and driving efficiency through the implementation of technology;
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to produce high quality reports under tight timelines;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to interact at all organizational levels.

What you need to succeed:

• University degree in Business combined with CPA designation required;
• 8+ years progressive experience in public accounting or in Commercial Real Estate industry;
• Prior experience with Big Four accounting firm preferred;
• Fully literate with real estate accounting policies and procedures;
• Deep understanding of IFRS and internal control environments, knowledge of PGAAP an asset;
• Exposure to accounting for foreign exchange & hedging;
• Experience in external audit is required;
• Fully computer literate, with extensive excel skills;
• Knowledge of Workiva/Wdesk an asset;
• Knowledge of Yardi Voyager an asset.

Why you should join us:

At Cadillac Fairview we have been transforming communities for over 50 years. We are so much more than our properties. We are building leaders at all levels. We offer the challenge of interesting work, a great organizational culture, the opportunity to collaborate with the best in the business, and support for your growth and development. We reward values-based behavior and superior results with a competitive rewards package that includes best-in-class benefits and pension. Imagine a place where you can make a difference!

At CF our everyday actions and critical business decisions are guided by our CF Values. Achieving results is naturally important for us and we achieve results through behaviours that are consistent with our CF Values.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher – we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise – we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively – we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy – we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change – we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you’ll join a diverse community and award-winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected. We’re ready to meet you there – are you?

CF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment, assessment, and/or selection process, please advise your CF contact or email cfcareers@cadillacfairview.com.

This posting is for a vacant position. CF may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology, alongside human review, to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.