As a key member of the Winnipeg Client Reporting team reporting to the Senior Director of Portfolio Reporting. The manager will lead a team responsible for reporting the financial performance of two Segregated Funds holding a portfolio of $9.2 billion in real estate assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the Daily Segregated Fund valuation process, to ensure completeness and accuracy of the net fund values.
• Lead the preparation of the financial reporting to The Canada Life Assurance Company on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Prepare and report annual subsidiary statements to tax departments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional finance leaders to monitor and prepare account reconciliations that support the financial statements.
• Collaborate with GWLRA regional offices across the country to track, analyze, and report on financial data.
• Prepare and facilitate responses to internal and external auditor enquiries.
• Identify and help manage risks and opportunities to enhance the accounting and reporting of the Segregated Funds.
• Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the company's policies and procedures.
• Research and analyze new IFRS accounting standards and accounting issues.
• Provide in-depth financial, variance and trending analyses and value-added insights related to key returns and other financial and non-financial metrics.
• Interpret results and articulate appropriate recommendations to ensure effective and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and consolidate monthly and annual operating budgets for properties within the Segregated Funds.
• Leverage technology to turn data into actionable insights.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional CPA designation or enrollment in the final year of the CPA program.
• Minimum 2 years of related working experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analytic tools.
• Experience with Yardi and Power BI would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with the proven ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization.
• Enjoy problem solving and complex organizational accounting.
• A track record of process improvements through the use of technology solutions.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 3 weeks of vacation per year
• 3 paid personal days per year
• Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
• Eligible to participate in our annual performance based bonus program
• A comprehensive health benefits plan that supports you and your family
• Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
• Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Many social and team events!

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