Finance Analyst

Wesgroup Properties started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. We own and manage over 4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and have built thousands of homes in dozens of communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the asset portfolio will grow to over 5 million square feet during the next five years.

Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is poised for substantial growth over the next several years and in preparation for this exciting and challenging phase, we are actively seeking a highly motivated, driven and experienced Finance Analyst to join our team. 

You will report to the Vice President, Finance and work with all the functional lines of the business in managing the borrowing relationships of Wesgroup.

The essence of this opportunity is for a forward-thinking financial professional to join a well-established and thriving real estate business and add value through the efficient management of capital and borrowing structures. The mandate has the following objectives:

• Prepare Support Materials for Financing Applications
• Build Relationships with Industry Professionals and Lenders
• Support the Managers in Developing Innovative Debt Structures to Enhance Efficiency
• Provide Insightful Reporting to Lenders and Stakeholders

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Prepare financing applications:
  • For term loans, on maturing IPP assets and new builds on completion
  • For construction loans, in time for construction start on build to suit and residential properties
  • For acquisitions, on an ad hoc and often tight time frame to close on new purchases.
• Understand and review commitment letters for compliance with corporate structure, including understanding and preparing corporate org charts.
• Track, obtain and deliver conditions precedents to the lenders. Familiarity with appraisal reports, environmental reports and draw reports is preferred.
• Liaise with internal groups for up-to-date information on projects/assets (Development, Construction, Sales, Sustainability and Asset Management).
• Liaise with Treasury and Accounting staff on arranging first draws, account openings and other critical path items to funding.
• Focus on lowering Wesgroup’s cost of debt and streamlining processes.
• Leverage digital tools and foster collaboration between departments.
• Financial Reporting:
  • Track and manage obligation under commitment letters for reporting requirements.
  • Provide lenders with required financial reporting within the required period
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual report
  • Deliver management prepared and 3rd party prepared reports in time with the reporting conditions of the lenders
  • Review management prepared reports for errors and continuity with previously provided reports.
• Manage ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Vice President, Finance.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• A University degree in Real Estate, Commerce, Finance, Accounting or equivalent.
• A CPA or CFA designation is considered an asset.
• 3+ years of progressive real estate finance experience within fast-paced business environments.
• Ability to demonstrate strong co-ordination skills and have an understanding of real estate and current market conditions.
• Strong understanding of real estate development through experience and education.
• Possesses a curious mindset and continuously engages and innovates to achieve great results.
• Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.
• Excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

• Annual Base Salary: The expected salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 per annum.  Actual offered salary will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
• Annual Bonus Program: Wesgroup offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial and overall success.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An entrepreneurial environment that enables people to do their best work and make a meaningful contribution to our local communities.
• A competitive compensation package with robust and extensive health benefits including a generous Health Care Spending Account.
• A Lifestyle Spending Account which includes coverage for fitness, daycare, and eldercare costs. Wesgroup also covers the cost for all employees to attend two fitness classes per week at partnering fitness facilities to promote wellbeing.
• A fun and inclusive culture supported by an employee-led Culture Committee with sponsorship from the President & CEO, providing you with opportunities to participate in group workouts, team sports, company-wide social events or celebrations, and other great initiatives.
• Wesgroup supports a broad range of community initiatives through donations and employee volunteer activities, including five paid days off to volunteer your time each year and give back to our communities.
• The Wesgroup Store, stocked with amazing name-brand apparel and items to purchase using points earned for milestones, participation, and going above and beyond.
• A brand-new, beautifully designed office downtown with incredible views of the ocean and North Shore mountains, directly across the street from the Burrard sky train station.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in exploring this exciting opportunity to join one of Western Canada’s largest real estate companies, please visit our website at https://wesgroup.ca/careers/ and apply with your resume and cover letter today. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.