Senior Analyst, Investment Finance (15 Month Contract)

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Analyst to join our Finance team in Toronto for a 15 month contract. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for supporting activities related to financial reporting for the Private Markets division. You will provide strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP/IFRS) and analysis to the finance team. You are responsible for maintaining data integrity and helping establish efficiency in processes.
As a member of this team, you will be responsible for

• Detailed analysis of balance sheet and income statement monthly and quarterly account activity
• Identification, interpretation and analysis of accounting risks and issues
• Assisting in preparation of reports for various regulatory bodies
• Preparing annual/quarterly financial statements as required
• Participating in the development of new and improved procedures
• Acting as a business partner to the investment professionals by providing guidance on coding of invoices
• Assisting/leading with full cycle year end audits
• Preparation/Review and support of monthly accounting entries and account reconciliations

and analysis of variances to budget/forecast

• Liaising with external auditors, focused on inquiries and technical accounting issues impacting the

supported portion of the business

• Preparing/Reviewing Indirect Tax filings
• Creating ad hoc reports and provide analysis on various corporate expenses using advanced technical excel
• Preparing accruals, monthly reconciliations, and management reports
• Liaising with internal accounting groups to ensure consistent treatment of similar items/issues

Skills

• All other duties as assigned from time to time
• Providing supervision/coaching to Junior Analyst
• Participating in preparing and analyzing quarterly forecasts and the annual budget

To succeed in this role, you have

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Customer service oriented
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong research and analysis skills
• Understanding of accounting processes, procedures and internal controls
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently
• Excellent organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across multiple levels within the organization
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to generate bold, creative ideas to improve processes
• Expertise in Microsoft Office tools – specifically Excel
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal)
• Firm acquired audit experience - preferably big four
• CPA designation

Our story
Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $124 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2022. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.
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.