Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Technology Services

Technology Services (TS) is responsible for delivering all enterprise infrastructure, applications and related end user technology services across all Brookfield business groups, comprised of approximately 6,500 users.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture.  We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader:  Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.  Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

 The Technology Group and Human Resources Support Services are internal functions providing global operations and business support across Brookfield Asset Management business segments.

Position Summary

The Accountant works closely with the Finance Manager & accounting team to run the daily accounting operations of the business unit.   Tasks include reconciling bank statements, analyzing ledger accounts, preparing, and entering journal entries, assisting in the billings to Brookfield internal clients and proactively engaging with internal & external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations; This role ensures accurate entries to cost & billings to achieve team's objectives. 

Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate journal entries including cash, accruals, fees, etc. as required in completing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes processes.

Responsible for the accurate completion of Balance Sheet reconciliations and follow-up on outstanding issues

Take ownership of the daily/monthly bank reconciliations and issue resolution.

Responsible for cash receipts which includes researching origin of cash receipts and collecting appropriate backup.

Prepare wire requests and be the backup for wire transfer processing in the respective bank portals.

Prepare internal billings for clients and work with the Finance Manager in the reporting of receivables and the status of collections.

Aid in the preparation of the monthly HST & New York State tax filings.

Generate monthly financial reporting for the Project Management office.

Back up for A/P Processing

Look for opportunities to improve processes within the current role.

Assist with special projects as required.

TSG Core Value Accountabilities

Integrity

•     Demonstrates a desire for Technology Finance tower growth and success as needed without compromising TSG’s values to achieve that success.

Accountability

•     Understands the mandate and strategic direction of Technology Finance and takes ownership of roles and responsibilities both within the department, and across Technology Finance for the overall benefit of TSG and the delivery of its products and services.

Client Focus

•     Takes the time to understand Clients’ business strategy, needs and requests as they relate to Technology Finance to fulfill the business’ objectives.

Global Perspective

•     Demonstrates creative solutioning by collaborating with global peers in Technology Finance, understanding different perspectives and collaborating/sharing information with global Technology Finance to achieve department-specific goals.

Operational Excellence/ Continuous Improvement

•     Strives to deliver quality Technology Finance services through continuous improvement and providing standard and consistent service levels both internally and externally thereby driving operational excellence for the Technology Finance.

Personal Growth & Fulfillment

•     Cultivates an environment that encourages problem solving, critical thinking, and innovation where Technology Finance employees are engaged in meaningful work, with outcomes they can influence and for which they are recognized.

Qualifications & Requirements

2-3 years’ experience working in accounting related role.

Works well with team members by sharing responsibilities and contributing to a positive work environment.

Generates accurate work-product based on criteria of tasks assigned.

Works on multiple tasks/projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality.

 Demonstrates superior self-organization skills with reference to day-to-day operational responsibilities and assignments.

Excellent verbal & written communication skills

Self-direct and works independently with minimal supervision.

Demonstrates productive analytical thinking when it comes to solutioning.

Collaborates with team members and across functions to achieve deliverables.

Skillfully and promptly exhibits flexibility by leveraging available resources to adapt work to changing scenarios as required.

Employs exceptional interpersonal skills.

Exercises sound judgment

Utilizes problem-solving skills in a deliberate and well-considered manner to resolve issues.

Exercises conscious and practical control over the amount of time spent on specific activities.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Excel; Word; Microsoft Dynamics; troubleshooting skills.

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it.  Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.