Dream Industrial REIT 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 internal and external financial reporting and analysis deliverables and multiple exciting strategic and process improvement initiatives during the year.

You will gain significant experience in the industrial real estate sector and get exposure to complex accounting and reporting items.

What will you do?

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

• Contribute to the preparation of consolidated financial statements and MD&A;
• Take charge of joint venture financial accounting, reporting and analysis;
• Review and analyze key financial and operational performance metrics;
• Prepare and oversee month-end close deliverables and analyses;
• Support the G&A budgeting process and monthly analyses;
• Support hedge accounting and variance analysis;
• Research and analyze complex accounting matters, corporate transactions and lease agreements, 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, including leveraging AI capabilities;
• Closely work with the Tax team to ensure tax provisions are prepared and analyzed in a timely and accurate manner;
• Prepare or support compliance deliverables and statutory legal entity statements;
• Liaise and work with other departments and external partners to perform accounting tasks;
• Assist with ad hoc accounting and strategic projects; and
• Coach and supervise junior resources as needed.

What type of experience is required?

• Minimum 2+ 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);
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including the use of complex formulas;
• Knowledge in Power BI and AI tools is considered an asset;
• 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 detailed 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 and JDE are considered an asset.

Who Are We?

Dream Industrial REIT owns and manages a 74 million square foot portfolio of well-located, high quality urban logistics and distribution assets across Canada, Europe and the U.S. Dream Industrial REIT’s objective is to deliver strong total returns to its unitholders through secure distributions as well as growth in net asset value and cash flow per unit underpinned by its high-quality portfolio and an investment grade balance sheet. Dream Industrial REIT is part of the Dream Industrial platform which comprises Dream Industrial REIT and five private partnerships managed within the Dream Group of Companies.

Dream Unlimited Corp. is an award-winning Canadian real estate investment, development and management company with approximately $28 billion of assets under management in North America and Europe. Our scope of business includes asset management and management services for both publicly listed real estate as well as private capital.

Dream has grown substantially since its formation in 1996, becoming one of Canada’s leading real estate companies with a diverse workforce in North America and Europe. We are one of Canada’s largest developers, building communities for people to live in; developing land, homes, condominiums, retail centers and renewable power projects. We also build communities to work in, bringing office, industrial and retail spaces to life. We invest in and manage properties, enriching them for the people who work here and the greater community.

Our entrepreneurial spirit drives us to seize unconventional opportunities and approach every project with passion and purpose. At Dream, we care about our employees, provide exciting work opportunities, open work environments, and fun events, fostering an atmosphere where continuous learning and innovation thrive. Join us and make a difference.

Total Rewards @Dream

This is a regular, full-time position with a base salary range of $80,000-$95,000. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible for a performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid vacation and personal days, flexible benefits, mental health resources, access to perks and discounts, professional development support, and team-building and social events.

Compensation is determined based on several factors, including relevant experience, total years of experience, industry experience, education, and professional designations. We recognize that exceptional talent doesn’t always fit neatly into a bracket. Final compensation will be tailored to your specific experience, skills and the unique value you bring to the table. If your qualifications exceed the scope of this role, we may be open to adjusting the mandate – and the salary – to reflect that expertise.

We look forward to hearing from you, but please note; due to the high volume of applications, only candidates who qualify will be contacted. This position is for an existing vacancy.

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. Our recruitment process does not include the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).