Manager, Corporate Finance

About the Company

Lankin Investments is a leading Canadian real estate investment & asset management firm with property under management of over $2 billion consisting of 6,200+ multi-family units and 2,500+ units in development. Our ethos is simple yet profound: Driven by our people, we foster financial prosperity and community value through strategic Canadian real estate investments. With more than 15 years of successfully acquiring, managing, and operating multi-residential across Canada, we have achieved a celebrated reputation among real estate investors. The success is driven by providing our team members with an environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Manager, Corporate Finance will lead a team of three and manage full cycle accounting duties, including preparation of financial statements and internal reporting, as well as assisting with treasury, accounts payable, and tax compliance for the corporate entities. This role is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional to gain exposure to all aspects of the business and work with team members who are process improvement-driven and excel in their specialties.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of corporate finance responsibilities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee full-cycle corporate accounting, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for operating companies, holding companies, and corporate entities.
• Ensure adherence to reporting timelines and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Adopt a hands-on approach to month-end workbooks, including balance sheet reconciliations, P&L analysis, and forecasting to support accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements of corporate entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the Corporate Controller as the primary point of contact for external auditors, facilitating audit processes and ensuring the timely provision of required documentation.
• Assist in coordinating with tax advisor and tax authorities, ensuring the smooth and timely completion of tax compliance.
• Provide support in managing treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and management of bank accounts.
• Lead and develop the corporate finance team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture, encouraging continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a University Degree in accounting, finance or related field, along with a CPA designation and a minimum of four years of experience in public accounting and/or industry. They will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, with exposure to sales taxes and income taxes, and advanced Excel skills. The successful candidate will be growth-oriented, intellectually curious, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The candidate will be growth-oriented, intellectually curious, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They will efficiently prioritize and manage multiple tasks and stakeholders under tight timelines, be detail- and process-oriented, take ownership of their work, and have a solid foundation in accounting.

Required Skills

• Self-starter with a service-oriented attitude that encourages continuous improvement of service and performance.
• Deeply rooted emotional intelligence and a thoughtful and humble collaborator.
• Ability to assume responsibility for the complete accounting cycle of corporate entities.
• Highly organized with a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstration of core values through all aspects of work: integrity, loyalty, ingenuity, entrepreneurial spirit & collaboration.
• Ability to share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent.
• Commitment to growing expertise through learning and professional development.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in public accounting and/or industry.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Pay range and compensation package

We offer a competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives, ability to invest in our funds, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Lankin Investments, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team that values entrepreneurial drive, integrity, and collaboration. We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. We are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Join us in our mission to create lasting value for our investors and make a positive impact on the communities we serve. We are actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We participate in local community events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.