Valuations Analyst
SmartCentres REIT
Date: 11 hours ago
City: Vaughan, Ontario
Contract type: Full time
Job Title: Analyst, Valuations
Reports To: Manager, Valuations
Department: Corporate Accounting
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Analyst to join our Valuation team, supporting the internal valuation of a national portfolio of investment properties for quarterly IFRS reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real estate financial modeling, internal valuation processes, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic real estate investment environment.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Valuation, the analyst will:
The Analyst, Valuations must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Analyst, Valuations shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the Trust’s interests. The Analyst, Valuations shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an “owner” in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results. The Analyst, Valuations is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
Reports To: Manager, Valuations
Department: Corporate Accounting
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Analyst to join our Valuation team, supporting the internal valuation of a national portfolio of investment properties for quarterly IFRS reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real estate financial modeling, internal valuation processes, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic real estate investment environment.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager, Valuation, the analyst will:
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly valuation, and audit process.
- Maintain and update Argus Enterprise models for investment properties.
- Perform variance analysis and document key drivers impacting value changes.
- Support the development and review of internal cash flow forecasts and property-level performance metrics.
- Coordinate with accounting, asset management, and leasing teams to ensure alignment of inputs and assumptions.
- Assist in review of third-party appraisals and ensure internal conclusions are well supported.
- Prepare internal valuation memos and audit support documentation.
- Assist with data aggregation, market research, and benchmarking for valuation assumptions.
- Undergraduate degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in commercial real estate, valuation, or financial analysis preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced financial modeling skills required).
- Experience with Argus Enterprise is strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively across departments.
- Familiarity with IFRS fair value concepts and real estate cash flow modeling.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exposure to a national portfolio of institutional-grade assets.
- Gain IFRS valuation experience in a public REIT setting.
- Mentorship from experienced valuation professionals.
- Opportunity to develop a strong foundation in real estate investment and financial reporting.
The Analyst, Valuations must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Analyst, Valuations shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the Trust’s interests. The Analyst, Valuations shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an “owner” in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results. The Analyst, Valuations is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
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