STRAND IS LOOKING FOR A MANAGER, FINANCE
Strand is seeking an individual who is passionate about real estate and has a strong desire to be a part of a growing organization that is creating a legacy of successful projects in urban environments across North America.
WHO IS STRAND?
Founded in Vancouver in 1976, Strand has been actively involved in a number of real estate sectors, including: the development and acquisition of multi-family apartments and condominium projects, single family land and housing developments, the development of multi-unit warehouse projects, the acquisition of office building properties, and the provision of mortgage financing to developers for residential and commercial developments across Canada and the United States. While Strand has maintained a relatively low profile, consistent with the philosophy of its major shareholders and financial partners, Strand has acquired, developed, and financed over 23,000 homes while consistently maintaining its reputation for thoughtfully and successfully developing real estate. Strand is active throughout several regions, with its head office, located in Vancouver and an office in the western United States. Strand's active projects are comprised of over six thousand residential units and, in Greater Vancouver, Strand is developing over thirty-four hundred homes (fourteen hundred condominiums and two thousand rental apartments), along with over one million three hundred thousand square feet of employment generating space (retail/office/light industrial).
Strand's development platform has established a reputation as a well-recognized and respected developer in the region by demonstrating a commitment to innovation, quality, and building for the needs of the region's diverse and evolving demographic composition.
WHY JOIN STRAND?
Strand's development business is innovative, dynamic, and expanding. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to join a team of professionals in an inclusive and collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. Strand is a progressive business that prioritizes culture and rewards entrepreneurial spirit and ingenuity while providing opportunities for its employees to grow with the company, both professionally and financially. Strand has “Deep Roots and Big Plans”.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Enthusiasm and genuine passion for Real Estate and Real Estate Finance;
- A minimum of 2-5 years of experience and proficiency in preparing and managing complex real estate financial models and budgets;
- A professional designation (CPA, CFA), or actively working towards one, is an asset;
- A strong commitment to producing accurate and comprehensive work product;
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment;
- A collaborative team player with strong verbal and written communication skills combined with a strategic thinking capability;
- Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills;
- A proactive attitude, with a willingness to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment;
- Natural curiosity to delve into the details and challenge conventional approaches;
- Highly self-motivated underpinned by a strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail;
- Driven to contribute significantly and excel in a culture of excellence;
- Demonstrated leadership experience of successfully managing a team in a dynamic environment;
- Strong ability to mentor and coach team members, fostering professional growth and promoting a collaborative team culture;
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite) with a strong working knowledge of Excel;
- Understanding of Accounting Principles is an asset;
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Manager, Finance will report to the Director of Finance and will play a critical role in underwriting, analyzing and monitoring Strand Projects. This position encompasses a range of responsibilities, including assisting in team leadership and financial analysis. The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assist in managing a finance team, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring professional growth and development of team members.
- Develop or oversee the preparation of comprehensive financial models to help make informed strategic decisions on potential and ongoing development projects.
- Develop or oversee the creation and maintenance of multi-year cash forecasts and return metrics for ongoing development projects.
- Provide strategic recommendations to Senior Management based on financial analysis.
- Coordinate and prepare key materials for capital raises, including financing requests and investment memorandums.
- Conduct complex financial analyses, such as scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis.
- Coordinate and create key reporting materials for both internal and external stakeholders, including monthly and quarterly reporting packages for Senior Management.
- Manage the regular process of updating and maintaining development budgets, including variance analyses.
- Obtain inputs and assumptions for development proformas through conduction of market research and collaboration with other departments within Strand.
- Coordinate inter-departmental collaboration to align project teams with the overall financial objectives.
- Oversee and perform market research to support investment strategies and decisions.
- Review and analyze financial and legal agreements relating to ongoing development projects.
- Perform various special projects and ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
BENEFITS
Strand is proud to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, growth, and the betterment of all those who dedicate themselves to the realization of its objectives. True to the company's nature as a “family of professionals”, we are committed to making continued investments in our people. Strand provides a very competitive compensation structure and benefits package that includes the following:
- Generous Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Professional Development, Mentorship and Education Programs
- Strand Employee Wellness Program exceeding industry standard
Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 per annum (Actual salary offered will be commensurate with education and experience).
HOW TO APPLY
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this role, please send a cover letter along with your resume to https://stranddev.bamboohr.com/jobs. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only selected individuals will be contacted.