Co-op, Real Estate and Private Investment Operations/Private Credit Operations - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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OpportunityThe Private Investment Operations (PIO) and Real Estate Financial Operations (REFO) have joined forces to recruit two students to share in their respective areas. You will learn from collaborative accounting professionals in an inclusive environment. The teams will provide guidance and constructive feedback to maximize your learning experience. If you enjoy building meaningful relationships and enjoy solving problems together and supporting your fellow team members – this may be the opportunity for you.Private Investment Operations (PIO) is responsible for the settlement of capital funding and distribution transactions, quarterly market value update, monthly reporting, and preparation of IFRS financial statements for private investments including private equity, infrastructure, timberland, private debt, hedge funds and private placement.The Real Estate Financial Operations (REFO) is responsible for the collection and reporting of property level financial results and the financial statement consolidation activities of AIMCo’s Real Estate investment holding vehiclesResponsibilities

• Assist in processing invoices and settlement of investment transactions
• Performing bank and various investment reconciliations and ad-hoc accounting or operation tasks
• Applying accounting principles and analyzing financial data received directly from investments and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment
• Assist in the execution of projects under the direction of senior team members
• Assist in developing accounting procedures and establishing standard operating procedures for financial reporting of property activities
• Applying accounting principles and analyzing financial data by assisting Senior Accountants with collection of property financial data from the external managers on a monthly basis; upload to Yardi Voyager accounting system, review, validate, and reconcile to AIMCo investment records and property financial statements.
• Assists Accounts Payable Analyst in timely processing of invoices related to AIMCo Realty Investors LP (ARI) in Yardi Voyager and submission of expense payment data to the portfolio accounting system (SimCorp Dimension)
• Assists in the execution of projects under the direction of the Manager, Domestic Real Estate.
• Assists in developing accounting procedures and establishing standard operating procedures for financial reporting of property activities.
• Performing bank and various investment reconciliations and ad-hoc accounting functions
• Performing GST/HST reconciliation and filing
• Maintaining the filing system and supporting the REFO team as required

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Completion of third year undergraduate studies in accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to details and an ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Quick and adaptable learner
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Previous bookkeeping and/or accounting experience is an asset
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles, including International Financial Reporting Standards and Canadian GAAP (ASPE) are an asset
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, prepare financial reports, draw conclusions, and make recommendations based on information presented
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to AIMCo’s core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity, and collaboration, and inspires the same in others

Success MeasuresIf you are a success-motivated student, you will be able to reflect on your time on the REFO or PIO team and be proud of how much you learned and grew as an aspiring professional. You will deliver near error-free reports and develop a reasonable understanding of complex accounting procedures. You will learn about problem solving and be expected try to solve your own issues before seeking guidance from your team members.Benefits and Rewards

• Exciting special project work and stretch assignments
• Ongoing training, coaching and educational reimbursement programs
• Health care spending account and onsite fitness facilities

About AIMCoAIMCo is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified investment managers, with over $168 billion of assets under management for 32 clients, a diverse group of Alberta public sector pension plans, endowment funds, and government accounts representing all Albertans.We are guided by the core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity and collaboration.AIMCo is mindful and responsive to actively evaluating, assessing and optimizing risk to achieve superior performance for Albertans. We believe that every employee is empowered and accountable for managing risk.AIMCo is committed to building and supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment. We believe that fostering a culture of belonging allows our people to bring their best selves to work. We actively encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and members of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Next StepsWe are excited to meet you. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we will be in touch with any questions.Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.We are committed to keeping our employees safe and reducing the spread of COVID-19 in our workplace. As such, AIMCo has implemented a mandatory vaccination requirement where any employment offer will be conditional on providing proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (subject to accommodation requirements) and agreeing to ongoing testing and booster shots.ALERT - Be on the lookout for AIMCo career opportunities advertised through third parties that request an application fee or too much information. To verify, all opportunities are posted on aimco.ca/jobsJob Reference: CA00474Quick Apply

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