Avison Young Benefits Overview

Supports Avison Young’s Quebec Capital Markets team by underwriting commercial real estate investment transactions, building financial models, analyzing cash flows, development pro formas, IRRs, DCFs, financing scenarios and market data. The role also supports deal structuring, due diligence, valuation presentations, client meetings, offering materials, brokerage opportunities and review of leases, loans and engagement letters.

Performs AML and KYC verification for Canadian commercial real estate clients and counterparties. Reviews identity, beneficial ownership, corporate structures, sanctions, PEP, adverse media, and other risk indicators; maintains compliance records and workflow systems; tracks outstanding requests; escalates higher-risk matters; supports reporting, audits, quality reviews, risk assessments, control testing, and process improvements. The role also provides administrative support to the Governance, Risk and Compliance team and requires fluent English and French.

The Controller oversees regional financial performance, accounting processes, financial schedules, general ledger accuracy, monthly statements, receivables, payroll, tax obligations, audits, budgets, forecasts, and regulatory compliance. The role manages direct reports, communicates financial results to leadership, supports internal control and systems improvements, and provides information for tax, legal, regulatory, and special project needs.