Objective:
Cantiro is an award-winning, integrated real estate company, with operating entities in land development, home building, commercial property development, and residential rental projects. We currently have over 50 active companies involved in various stages of development in Alberta, BC, and Ontario.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Financial Analyst will lead financial modeling for new opportunities while ensuring that active projects remain optimized within their capital structures and aligned with market trends.
Role and Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain complex, multi-phase proformas for residential and mixed-use developments, incorporating joint venture structures and waterfall distributions.
- Evaluate new investment opportunities by modeling cash flows, investment returns, sensitivities, and financing structures to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare, compile, and present financial information, investment analysis, and strategic recommendations to the Director of Finance, development teams, asset management, investment committees, and executive leadership.
- Lead market research to validate income assumptions, asset positioning and competitiveness benchmarking.
- Continuously refine financial templates and reporting workflows to improve the speed and accuracy of the finance department’s output.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to provide financial insight throughout the development lifecycle, from initial underwriting through active project execution and performance monitoring.
- Provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior finance peer(s), including support with financial modeling, underwriting, scenario analysis, and the preparation of clear reporting materials.
- Act as a trusted analytical resource within the finance team by identifying key risks, opportunities, and strategic considerations that support better business and investment decisions.
Qualifications and Education Requirements/preferred skills/experience
- **Please note, as this is a finance-sensitive role, successful candidates must undergo a background check.**
- Our office is located on 124 Street and 102 Avenue; there are numerous public parking options within close proximity to our office. Cantiro will assist the successful candidate with a list of available lots in the area.
- Bachelor’s Degree in related fields such as Accounting, Finance, Business or Commerce
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in an underwriting or financial analysis role
- Ability to carry-out assigned duties with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to prepare concise, accurate and clear reporting material
- Previous experience and knowledge of the real estate development or loan underwriting industry considered an asset
- CFA or CPA designation or working towards these designations is considered an asset
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel considered an asset
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Able to work in a diverse work environment.
Safety and security: Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Attendance/punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Commits to required hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Flexible to work a variety of shifts.
Language and Communication Skills: Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- This position requires 40 hours per week and may require additional overtime, as needed.
- This position may include moderate lifting of supplies and equipment and will require an individual to be able to concentrate in a busy environment.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB T5N 3W6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Underwriting or Financial Analysis: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
