Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (15 months)

Who We Are

RioCan is one of Canada's largest Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT). We own, manage and develop retail-focused, increasingly mixed-use properties in Canada's major markets. We pioneered the REIT concept over 30 years ago and have transformed Canadian real estate.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers and a Greater Toronto's Top Employer. At RioCan, you can build a career with real impact and longevity. You get the stability and resources of an established company and the entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit of a start-up. Life at RioCan is dynamic and fast-paced. We know that great ideas can come from anywhere, and we empower our people to suggest and implement them. We value different voices and perspectives and appreciate that the unique backgrounds and identities we each bring to our jobs make the whole business stronger. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This role is located at our Yonge Eglinton Centre Office. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, this 15-month contract position is responsible for a variety of aspects related to financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting, and long-term planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform financial analysis and modelling for key deliverables: forecast, budget and long-term plan, which includes gathering data from the accounting systems and inputs from other departments, comparing inputs to MD&A and FS or external data to assess reasonability, and preparing actual vs reforecast, actual vs budget, and version-over-version analyses;
• Communicate effectively and maintain quality relationships with other departments;
• Gather, organize, and analyze large amounts of data accurately;
• Prepare and present a variety of reports and recommendations in a concise manner;
• Support monthly and quarterly close process through close partnership with the accounting teams;
• Maintain a continuous improvement mindset, look to create process efficiencies and reduce manual work;
• Other ad hoc analyses / projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to manipulate and interpret large volumes of data (i.e. work with complex formulae);
• Solid technical financial skills and understanding of workflows;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with various levels;
• Self-driven individual to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a “can-do” attitude;
• Strong team player;
• Proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook;
• University degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience;
• CPA or CFA designation is an asset.

Why join RioCan?

We believe in rewarding you for what you do and investing in your career and long-term success. Our total rewards and perquisites program is designed to fit and enrich your life physically, emotionally, financially, and socially. We offer eligible employees:

Work / Life Balance that prioritizes YOU. Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexible work hours, an extra-long weekend with our RioCan Cares Day, and half days before every long weekend in the summer.

Professional Growth and Development that includes a continuing education reimbursement, a mentorship and leadership development program, on-demand online learning, and cross-training opportunities.

An Extensive Health and Benefits Program that includes health and dental benefits for you and your family starting on day one, a healthcare spending account, an employee family and assistance program, virtual healthcare, and other resources.

A Comprehensive Retirement Program to help prepare our employees for the future. This includes matching employee contributions in a retirement savings plan, pension plan, and an employee unit purchase plan.

Additional Perks and Benefits that include paid time off, parental leave top-up, various employee discounts, employee referral and recognition programs, and opportunities to participate in community initiatives, committees, and social events throughout the year.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas. People are at the core of who we are, and we respect that they have taken all paths to get here. RioCan welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.