Controller, International Finance

About QuadReal Property Group 

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.

QuadReal: Excellence lives here.

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Controller, International Finance

The role will be responsible for developing world class accounting functions for the International Real Estate portfolio, as well as the required systems, processes, and policies.  The role will be responsible for providing timely & accurate financial accounting and reporting, as well as ensuring that the key accounting processes are optimized and meet internal controls requirements.  This position is a very hands-on role that leads the overall Yardi structure of the International Real Estate portfolio and our overall capital processing and accounting.  This role will report to the Vice President, Finance. 

Responsibilities

Management and Leadership

• Lead financial accounting and reporting for the International Real Estate portfolio

• Build strong working relationships with other International Real Estate teams

• Oversee the work and development of the International Finance staff of approximately 3-10 people

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Provide overall guidance and oversee the capital processing, investment accounting and property accounting to ensure records are accurately maintained with no delay

• Complete the daily, monthly, quarterly and annual financial accounting in accordance with established timelines

• Proactively manage, maintain and optimize the complex structure of the International Portfolio in Yardi to ensure the needs of the business are met now and for future growth

• Ensure documented controls are being adhered to on a continuous basis with minimal or no discrepancies

• Seek to add or improve internal controls to address financial risks

• Lead the automation of various reporting requirements

• Assist in the annual audit of all international real estate related investment entities, including pooled investment portfolios

• Assist in the onboarding of investment portfolios providing overall guidance in the setup, maintenance and ongoing reporting requirements and future enhancements

• Act as liaison between QuadReal and our real estate partners to ensure an appropriate level of information is received and shared

• Build strong relationships across the different business units in the organization and across the different levels

• Assist with the annual budgeting process

• Liaise with the Treasury group to help manage International cash flow requirements

• Perform ad-hoc projects, analysis, and reporting as required

• Other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job, as requested by management

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Recognized professional accounting designation

• CPA/CA with Big 4 firm would be an asset

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience within various accounting and finance roles of increasing responsibility and complexity, and relevant experience in real estate

• Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada

Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong experience in investment / securities accounting 

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Experience with Yardi would be a strong asset

• Prior experience with investment valuation, financial reporting and tax issues for complex investment structures is an asset

• Prior experience with an accounting system implementation is an asset

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to display initiative and sound judgement

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Experience working in a fast-paced environment

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The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $125,000 - $140,000.
The actual salary offered will take into consideration a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, education and training, the market compensation of the role, and the consideration to internal equity.
QuadReal offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to the base pay, which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined contribution pension plan and paid time off.

Note to Recruiters: QuadReal does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to QuadReal, directly or indirectly, will be considered QuadReal property. QuadReal will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.