Analyst, Finance & Accounting

Location

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 Analyst 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 the origin of cash receipts and collecting appropriate backup.

• Prepare wire requests and be the backup for wire transfers 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 or other tasks 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 of experience in an accounting or finance-related role.

• Produces accurate work based on assigned task criteria.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrates self-leadership and works independently with minimal supervision.

• Manages multiple tasks and projects concurrently without compromising quality.

• Has a passion for learning and aims to excel in their career.

• Has the ability to adapt and evolve as new tasks are assigned.

• Exercises sound judgment.

• Collaborates effectively with team members and across functions to achieve deliverables.

• Exhibits productive analytical thinking when devising solutions.

• Provides customer service consistent with TSG’s global service delivery standards.

• Prioritizes operational efficiency.

• Adapts work to changing scenarios by leveraging available resources efficiently.

• Demonstrates superior organizational skills concerning daily operational responsibilities and assignments.

• Utilizes problem-solving skills thoughtfully and effectively to resolve issues.

• Shares responsibilities productively with team members.

• Exercises effective time management.

• Employs exceptional interpersonal skills.

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.