Associate/Senior Associate, Corporate Finance

Dream is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate, Corporate Finance

Dream is always looking for the best and brightest to join our community. Our Strategy & Finance division is currently looking for someone who is excited about contributing, growing and leading in to a fast-paced organization. We are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to support our corporate finance team whose core function is to manage comprehensive financial models, financial planning, valuations, and other strategic initiatives.

Who are you?

There's a lot happening at Dream, and it's happening fast. Are you passionate, dedicated, and love working with people? Do you have a strong attention to detail, an inquisitive mind, and are always looking for improvements? If so, read on. We want to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who thinks outside the box to find the best approach to achieve results. Someone who is proactive, considers the bigger picture, and leads by example. We are looking for someone who demonstrates an understanding of our partners' and senior management's needs through clear written and verbal communication skills. They are comfortable conducting presentations and facilitating meetings, and are team-oriented.

We want to bring on someone who is eager to learn, works hard, and has fun. In other words, we want you to fit in here. This is an opportunity for you to take on responsibilities, and build on your already strong skill set, all in a work environment that is fast-paced and dynamic.

What will you do?

Below are some of the primary responsibilities you will be taking on in this role. There will be more, but we can discuss those in person.

• Support the company's annual business plans and quarterly updates which include consolidating and reviewing information across multiple business verticals.
• Having a thorough knowledge of the assumptions used to prepare budgets and forecasts and clearly articulating and documenting those assumptions;
• Manage the quarterly IFRS valuations across development and income-producing properties
• Prepare internal/external presentations and materials to senior management and the board for ad hoc analysis to support the business, quarterly board meetings, and external investor meetings
• Assist in the review and analysis of development, financing, acquisition, disposition and other portfolio activity for various asset classes;
• Creating financial models and reports to facilitate communication of financial and non-financial metrics with senior management;
• Proactively monitor business trends, identify risks and opportunities, provide scenario analysis to support business decisions
• Assisting senior management with special projects and new initiatives as required;

What type of experience and skills do you have?

These are only some of the things we'd like you to bring to the table. We can cover the rest when we meet.

• 5+ years' experience in a corporate finance or financial analysis related capacity, preferably in a real estate setting
• An assertive self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision
• Superior finance and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Very proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Argus is an asset
• Experience in strategic planning and contribution to overall corporate strategic planning, including budgeting
• A CPA, CFA or CBV designation (or pursuit thereof) is considered a plus
• Bachelor of Commerce, degree in accounting or related post-secondary degree

Who are we?

Dream Unlimited 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 $110,000–$130,000. 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 in to 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 throughout any aspect of 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).