Lease Controller (Terrion)
Scarborough, ON, CA, M1H 3J3 Burnaby, BC, CA Calgary, AB, CA Montréal, QC, CA Ottawa, ON, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Vancouver, BC, CA Toronto, ON, CA
Join our team and what we'll accomplish together
Who is Terrion?
Terrion is a telecom infrastructure startup founded through the investments of world class telecom and pensions partners. Our mission is to build the wireless networks of the future - towers, rooftops, and edge assets that power connectivity across communities and industries. The fusion of a bold, ambitious, and entrepreneurial spirit with the strategic maturity of industry veterans who will scale growth smartly and sustainably. We're a team that lives and breathes collaboration, innovation, agility, and ownership. These aren't just buzzwords on a wall, they're the driving forces that fuel our passion and confidence, and propel us towards extraordinary results. When we work together, think boldly, move fast, and take responsibility, amazing possibilities come to life. That's what sets us apart and makes success unstoppable.
As Lease Controller within Finance, you'll oversee comprehensive lease accounting and administration for Terrion's 3,000-site real estate portfolio across Canada.
Here's the impact you'll make and what we'll accomplish together
- Build scalable lease infrastructure that supports Terrion's transformation into Canada's premier independent tower company, establishing robust processes that ensure seamless operational continuity
- Drive financial excellence by delivering accurate reporting and compliance that serves both TELUS leadership and Canadian investment partners, enabling informed strategic decisions about critical telecommunications infrastructure
- Enable portfolio optimization through enhanced operational efficiency and data integrity that positions Terrion for sustainable growth in Canada's evolving connectivity landscape
What you'll do
Lease Operations & Compliance
- Manage comprehensive lease accounting, payment processing, and compliance
- Maintain accurate lease databases with all terms, escalations, and critical dates
- Ensure IFRS 16 compliance and internal controls across all agreements
Strategic Support & Analysis
- Prepare detailed lease reports and portfolio performance analysis for senior leadership
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for infrastructure lease expenses
- Coordinate lease renewals and amendments with Real Estate and Legal teams
Transformation & Optimization
- Lead lease-related projects including system implementations and process improvements
- Manage lease documentation and filing systems for audits and due diligence
- Collaborate with vendors and landlords on administration matters and payment issues
What you bring
- CPA designation with 7+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, preferably in telecommunications, infrastructure, or real estate sectors
- Startup mindset with proven ability to thrive in ambiguous environments, manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and pivot quickly between different functions and challenges in a fast-paced, evolving organization
- Strong accounting and finance background with knowledge of lease accounting standards (IFRS 16) and financial reporting requirements
- Proven experience with lease management systems and advanced proficiency in Excel, Google Suite, and database management
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in managing complex lease data and financial information
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify discrepancies and resolve lease administration issues
- Excellent communication skills for coordinating with internal teams, landlords, and vendors on lease matters
- Experience with process improvement and system implementations, particularly during organizational changes
- Understanding of real estate terminology and telecommunications infrastructure lease structures
Great-to-haves
- Telecommunications infrastructure lease experience with tower agreements, easements, or network facility leases
- Experience with organizational transformation including system migrations and process standardization
- Advanced Excel/database skills and experience with lease management software platforms
Location: Any major Canadian city
Basic knowledge of English is required because you will most of the time interact in English with external parties (clients, suppliers, candidates, external partners, etc.); interact in English with internal parties (colleagues, internal partners, stakeholders, etc.); and work with IT tools whose interface is only accessible in English as part of this position's main responsibilities given its national scope.