Analyst, Investment Finance (G&A)

About OMERS

OMERS is a forward-thinking, sustainable pension plan and a prominent global investor with offices in major cities including Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the values of its 665,000 members, OMERS fosters an environment that promotes personal development, wellness, and community support.

Role Overview

The Analyst, Investment Finance (G&A) plays a crucial role in managing daily and month-end accounting cycles for several management entities supporting OMERS Infrastructure investment teams. This role demands adaptability, multitasking under tight deadlines, and a continuous learning mindset to enhance financial reporting expertise, broaden business knowledge, and master full cycle accounting processes across domestic and international entities.

Work Environment

OMERS values time spent in the office and requires team members to work onsite at least 4 days a week to promote collaboration and strengthen relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing journal entries across various accounting cycles including sales/accounts receivable, expenses/accounts payable, accruals, intercompany chargebacks, prepaids, and capital assets.
• Reconcile bank and accounts receivable accounts with thorough analysis and proper documentation for financial reporting.
• Develop monthly and year-end working papers to support annual financial reporting and audits.
• Ensure adherence to expenditure approval policies and collaborate with Accounts Payable on expense classification and account reconciliations.
• Contribute to compliance reporting compilation efforts.
• Produce schedules and reports as required by Investment Finance and Corporate Financial Reporting teams.
• Conduct variance analysis on financial data.
• Prepare regulatory filings for agencies such as Statistics Canada, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Office for National Statistics, and CRA.
• Undertake accounting research projects and provide summary reports.
• Identify and promote process improvements and enhanced efficiencies.
• Support preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Assist with tax filings when necessary.
• Perform other team-related tasks as opportunities arise.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business or a related field.
• Enrollment in Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) program is required.
• Familiarity with ASPE and IFRS accounting standards is preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced setting managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with Oracle software is an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is between $72,000 and $108,000, with eligibility for annual Incentive Awards under the Short-term and Long-Term Incentive plans as applicable. Additionally, employees can participate in comprehensive group benefits and retirement plans outlined in the offer letter.

Diversity and Inclusion

OMERS is committed to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace culture, reflecting the diversity of the communities and members served. Employee Resource Groups, leadership sponsorships, and dedicated committees support this inclusive environment.

Use of AI in Recruitment

AI technologies are utilized during certain recruitment stages to support the process; however, all final decisions involve human judgement to ensure a fair candidate experience.