Why Join Trez Capital?

Founded in 1997, Trez Capital is a non-bank leading provider of private commercial real estate debt and equity financing solutions in Canada and the United States. For over 25 years, we have consistently provided developers and owners with flexible short-to-mid-term financing. Trez Capital also offers private and institutional investors strategies to invest in a variety of opportunistic, fully secured mortgage investment funds and investment assets. We have built our reputation on doing what we say, with a results-oriented approach to everything we do. We are building a better future as we proudly build better places for people to live, work and play. We are committed to our values – Trust, Respect, Excellence, and Zest - in all that we do.

We pride ourselves on our relationships and are passionate about providing exemplary client service, creating loyal and satisfied investors and borrowers and fostering a collaborative environment in which our employees can excel. We believe in hiring the best people who are as committed to creating incredible experiences for our clients and our team members. We set bold goals and deliver results.

Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Manager of Fund Accounting, the Senior Fund Accountant is responsible for overseeing financial reporting for one or more entities, coordinating auditor engagements, performing various financial analyses and reporting, mentoring and reviewing work prepared by fund accountants, and generally assisting the Manager with oversight of day-to-day operations of the team and entities under their responsibility. 

Primary Accountabilities:
•    Conduct various fund performance analyses and forecasting (ex. cost of capital and leverage)
•    Prepare detailed reports to senior management, including dashboards and monthly fund summaries 
•    Address investor due diligence requests, as well as requests from senior management and auditors in an accurate and timely basis.
•    Document and enhance processes, policies and procedures related to fund accounting.
•    Assist the Manager in review of work prepared by fund accountants as well as day to day operations of the team and entities under their responsibilities
•    Provide training and mentoring for new and junior fund accountants
•    Oversee all aspects of monthly financial reporting for assigned entities, including daily accounting and preparing financial statement with supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
•    Assist in developing and implementing controls to safeguard fund assets by applying sound financial policies, processes and procedures.
•    Contribute to the preparation of annual trust, partnership, and/or corporate tax returns.
•    Coordinate and support the annual audit processes and other compliance reports.
•    Assist in financial analysis and marketing support related to funds and investors.
•    Assist in review of legal and other documentation as well as assessment of accounting treatment and presentation related to the launch of new entities   
•    Calculate and process distributions to unit holders.
•    Assist the Manager with managing monthly and quarterly fund processes, including distribution calculations, management fees, expense oversight, and other monthly reporting items.
•    Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies or irregularities in accounting records.

Additional Accountabilities:

• Embraces the Trez Capital core values:
• Our culture drives our success. Our values are the shared beliefs we bring to our professional and personal conduct every day. They are foundational to the strength of our business. 

• We build Trust through the integrity of our people, our reputation for transparency, and by doing what we say with a focus on rigour, results and risk management. 
• We gain Respect through the impact we create inside and outside the firm, delivering exemplary stakeholder experiences. We build respect through a collaborative and diverse environment in which our employees can excel. 
• We pursue Excellence for our employees, investors, partners and borrowers. Everyone who works with us is accountable for our clients’ success. ​
• Our bold goals and winning outcomes are the results of our ability to create unique offerings based on our unwavering Zest, discipline and innovative entrepreneurialism.​

• Complies with all policies and procedures, work rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Safeguards the interests of the business, our people and our clients.
• Completes other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience:
•    CPA designation
•    Minimum of five years post-designation experience in the investment or financial services industry with exposure to public company reporting preferred.

Core Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities): 
•    Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
•    Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
•    Excellent organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and heavy workloads.
•    Proven ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality.
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•    Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting.
•    Proficiency in IFRS and GAAP reporting standards.
•    Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel with experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP (or similar accounting software).

Working Conditions
Standard office environment with occasional extended hours during peak reporting periods

Salary Range:
$76,000- $114,000, with a midpoint of $95,000 annually, commensurate with skills, experience and qualifications. 

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment, hybrid work