Financial Analyst, Co-op Student (Winter 2027)

Who are we?

We are a growth-oriented company that own and operate the highest quality rental communities across Canada. We offer our residents attractive, comfortable and secure homes and are constantly seeking talented individuals to join our team.

Our employees are essential to the success of our communities and we consider them our most valuable assets. We proudly invest in our employees’ learning and growth through our Mentorship Program and our Leadership Development Program, offered in partnership with Concordia University. As a recognized 2025 Mercer Best Employer, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. This is reflected in the incredible progress we've made in raising our Engagement Score above the Canadian Top Quartile. It's a testament to the dedication of our people across the country. Together, we will continue to raise our levels of employee engagement.

Position Summary: Ready to gain practical experience for your CPA while elevating your financial skills? Join our Finance & Accounting team at CAPREIT! This co-op experience is an excellent way for you to learn about real estate industry, and you will play a key role in supporting accounting and financial analysis along with other responsibilities. This position offers you great exposure to mortgage financing and treasury through direct communications to institutional lenders.

Responsibilities:

• Book journal entries for CAPREIT’s mortgage portfolio for month end
• Work on quarterly financial reporting of the sections related to mortgage payable
• Work on bank account reconciliation
• Work on monthly variance analysis between Forecast and Actuals, respond to FP&A and Financial Reporting team’s inquiry
• Ad hoc analysis as assigned
• Assist in annual compliance reporting required by CMHC and lenders
• Coordinate and administer the lender underwriting process, including liaising directly with the lenders and answering their follow-up questions on a timely basis
• Provide required documents to lenders including NOI statement, rent roll, property tax proofs, ESA report and other property-related info

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• 1-2 years accounting or finance experience, real estate experience or knowledge preferred
• Currently enrolled in an Accounting, Finance, Business, or related program
• Strong time management, multi-tasking and organization skills
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite functionality
• Experience with SAP preferred

Compensation & Work Arrangement:

• Competitive Base Salary between $20/hr. - $25/hr.
• Hybrid Work Model: Minimum 3 days a week in the office.