Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis

Low Tide Properties is a private real estate investment, development, and management company founded in 2010 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Our mission is to own and manage a diverse portfolio of office, industrial, multifamily-rental, and retail properties, focusing on value creation over time for each property.

WHAT WE DO

We invest in neighborhoods and properties that we know best. Our investment rationale is honed through partnerships with tenants and a deep commitment to each neighborhood. We are incredibly driven and passionate about the opportunities to create a positive impact in the communities we invest in.

Tenant service is our priority, and we are passionate about all things community. Our mission is to transform the neighbourhoods we invest in – we do so thoughtfully, knowing each small action can lead to a great impact. This can mean anything from supporting public art, to participating on the boards of local Business Improvement Associations, to taking pride in keeping our buildings clean and well-lit.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”), the Analyst will be responsible for business processes related to the operating budget and capital budget management and long-term financial planning for the Company. Responsibilities of this role will include supporting FP&A in all aspects of budgeting, reporting, and forecasting. This position will work closely with the Accounting, Property Management and Asset Management teams in the planning and preparation of the Annual Operating Plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain complex financial workpapers and models to inform business decisions
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecast updates to help evaluate ongoing cash requirements
• Assist in preparation of various senior management and board reporting, including the annual operating plan, quarterly management reports, and strategic plan
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Property, Asset Management & Development teams and third-party property managers and developers, to identify and investigate monthly and quarterly variances to budget and forecast, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and potential risks
• Identify opportunities to enhance and streamline processes and reporting to meet the needs of both external and internal users
• Participating in system/reporting customizations
• Assist with valuations process and assist with property level analysis
• Analyze property performance; update return calculations, gather market data, and underwrite proforma returns.
• Assist with loan management; ongoing maintenance of loan summaries, loan forecast assumptions, and loan cash flows
• Assist with transactions, financings, acquisitions, and dispositions
• Ad hoc reporting and insightful analysis, as required

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Post-secondary education in Finance or a relevant field.
• Designated CPA or CFA, or actively working towards a designation.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Power Query, including the ability to build dynamic dashboards, perform complex data modeling and transform large datasets for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience working in real estate industry is an asset.
• Advanced working proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint and experience with accounting software applications (familiarity with Yardi is an asset).
• Proficiency in planning, analysis, budgeting, forecasting and building, and managing complex financial models and financial statements, while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to adjust time management to respond to prioritized tasks with varying deadlines, and the flexibility and dedication to support other departments.
• Self-motivated and results oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work, specifically around data quality.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

This is a general description of the tasks and skills required. Additional responsibilities and duties may be required to successfully perform this position.

WHY JOIN US

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside a team that is passionate about the company's mission and portfolio. This position provides an expected starting base salary of $80,000 - $95,000, commensurate with experience, along with a competitive benefits package and bonus opportunity. Our benefits are designed to support all facets of your life; employees are provided with a $1,500 annual fitness allowance, employer-paid health benefits, RRSP matching, and extensive opportunities for personal and professional development. We foster open communication in our office and have regular team socials, workouts, and community events.

HOW TO APPLY

Please select the following link to submit your application on our careers page.

https://hofw.bamboohr.com/careers/32