Manager, Finance

Manager, Finance & Treasury page is loaded Manager, Finance & Treasury Apply locations Toronto, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR-6232 Why join us?

Are you looking to join an innovative, global real estate company who builds communities and connects people to exceptional places? If so, we would love to tell you our story.
 
At Oxford, our culture is truly one of a kind. Across business lines and around the world, we embrace the complex and tackle opportunities with speed and agility. We are ambitious and humble, forward looking and service-focused. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live. We believe that what is good for the environment is good for business. Together we deliver exceptional experiences to our over 2 million daily customers.

We are looking for a Manager, Finance & Treasury to join Oxford’s Operational Treasury team in downtown Toronto. In this role, you will report to Senior Manager, Operational Treasury and will be responsible for cash management and forecasting globally. You will also manage the flow of funds for transaction activity, lead projects, and support the team with banking & payment inquiries as required. 

Responsibilities

Global Cash Management Platform

• Manage daily cash positioning and forecasting to ensure adequate funding for operational needs;

• Manage the payments desk to ensure timely and accurate processing of all wires and electronic banking transactions for Oxford’s global platform;

• Main point of contact with the OMERS cash desk, external banking partners and internal teams on cash management matters;

• Assisting the Senior Manager with the development of Oxford’s global cash management platform, to minimize idle cash;

• Provide regular reporting and updates to stakeholders, including upcoming transactions, distributions, and funding requirements.

• Being a subject matter expert for our Treasury Management system (“Kyriba”) and managing the testing and implementation of subsequent modules as required;

• Assisting international Oxford offices on banking inquiries and projects as they arise;

• Analyzing and documenting the internal control environment, particularly key risks and adequacy of existing controls while ensuring adherence with all Oxford and Treasury policies and controls;

• Other duties as required.

Global Transaction Support

• Supporting the Transactions and Accounting teams to arrange for transaction funding with Real Estate Finance & Capital Markets team and OMERS;

• Lead cash team in flow of funds planning, to support the Transactions team in closing of real estate transactions globally;

Planning & Forecasting and Special Projects

• Reviewing cash balances across global regions and sectors to ensure efficient use of cash, and action on sources of cash accumulation ;

• Building and presenting consolidated cash flow forecasts to drive decision-making and minimize cash;

• Leading and managing projects with a focus on continuous improvement; involves working closely with other departments such as Accounting, Accounts Payable, IT and tax.

People Management

• Providing leadership, mentorship, guidance and feedback to junior staff to continue to develop a best-in-class team and deliver results;

• Leading a team of at least two analysts.

Experience and Qualifications Required

• Have completed a University Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or a related field;

• Completion of a CPA, CFA, or CTP is preferred;

• 5+ years of relevant experience treasury, finance or related role, including at least 1 year as a people manager;

• Expertise in treasury operations with a focus on cash management and transactional funding;

• Strong people manager, leadership and talent management skills;

• Excel in a fast-paced environment with frequent changes and tight timeline; 

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to effectively communicate and build relationships across all levels both internally and externally;

• Independent self-starter, who can work effectively in a team-based environment;

• Able to work collaboratively with different teams and in partnership with the business;

• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities within structured deadlines and deliverables;

• Microsoft Office suite with advance Microsoft Excel skills;

• Are analytically minded with the ability to learn quickly, and to problem solve;

• Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing best practices.

• Results oriented, acts with a sense of urgency; and

• Can “think outside the box” and recognize key risks, question existing tasks/methodologies with a view to improving overall processes driving efficiencies and strengthening the existing control environment.

Oxford Properties Group (“Oxford”) is a leading global real estate investor, asset manager and business builder. It builds, buys, and grows defined real estate operating business with world-class management teams. Established in 1960, Oxford and its portfolio companies manage approximately C$87 billion of assets across four continents on behalf of their investment partners. Oxford’s owned portfolio encompasses office, logistics, retail, multifamily residential, life sciences, hotels, alternatives and credit in global gateway cities and high-growth hubs. A thematic investor with a committed source of capital, Oxford invests in properties, portfolios, development sites, debt, securities, and real estate businesses across the risk-reward spectrum. Together with its portfolio companies, Oxford is one of the world’s most active developers with over 80 projects currently underway globally across all major asset classes. Oxford is owned by OMERS, the Canadian defined benefit pension plan for Ontario's municipal employees.

For more information on Oxford, visit www.oxfordproperties.com

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.