Intern, Infrastructure Finance (Winter 2027)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Fengate Asset Management is a leading alternative investment manager focused on infrastructure, private equity, and real estate strategies. Founded in 1974 in Hamilton, Ontario, and with over 250 team members across Canada and the U.S., Fengate is one of the most active real asset and growth equity investors in North America. The firm currently manages over C$10 billion in capital commitments in support of more than C$40 billion in gross asset value, on behalf of over 60 institutional investors across North America, Europe, and Asia.

The firm believes that acting responsibly to its stakeholders and communities is fundamental. Fengate is a signatory of both the Institutional Limited Partners Association (ILPA) Diversity in Action initiative and the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment, integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into all stages of the firm’s investment process. In 2021, Fengate established its ESG Committee and its EBID (Equity, Belonging, Inclusion and Diversity) Think Tank, consisting of leaders and employees of all backgrounds and levels throughout the firm, to advance and govern the ESG and EBID objectives.

Fengate has achieved Platinum Club member status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, retaining this designation since 2007, and has been certified as a Great Place to Work®. Over the past year, Fengate was named one of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ (#4 for companies with 100-999 employees) and as a Best Workplace™ for Financial Services & Insurance, Inclusion, Women, Today’s Youth, Mental Wellness, Giving Back, and Most Trusted Executive Teams.

The firm has also been recognized with Waterstone Human Capital’s 2022 Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ award. This program recognizes best-in-class organizations for having cultures that have helped them enhance performance and sustain a competitive advantage. Only 50 organizations are awarded this prestigious corporate culture award each year.

POSITION & SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Company: Fengate Asset Management
Title: Intern, Infrastructure Finance (Winter 2027)
Reports To: Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Location: Oakville

OPPORTUNITY

The Infrastructure Finance team is seeking a motivated intern to

support the Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”) function. The intern will gain exposure to financial forecasting, valuations, planning and budgeting, variance analysis, investor return analysis and internal dashboards. Working with the Infrastructure FP&A team, the intern will also have the opportunity to support and interact with the Value Creation & Asset Management, Fund Reporting and Financial Reporting teams. The successful candidate will be organized, detail oriented and eager to develop a career in infrastructure FP&A.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Infrastructure FP&A team with projects’ financial and compliance requirements and related requests from the Value Creation & Asset Management, Fund Reporting and Financial Reporting teams.
• Assist with maintaining operational financial models and preparing related project analysis, including support for project valuations.
• Support monthly performance reporting, including analysis of key performance indicators and commentary on budget variances and market trends.
• Assist with automation and process-improvement initiatives that support efficient, accurate workflows and reduce the risk of error.
• Support the analysis and modelling of changes to revenue and cost assumptions for forecasts and budgets.
• Assist with maintaining and enhancing financial models that project key performance metrics such as cash flow, margin returns, operating returns, IRR, MOIC and NPV.
• Provide support for ad hoc investor requests, project analysis and portfolio-level analysis, as required.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in business, accounting, finance or a related discipline.
• Interest in infrastructure FP&A, corporate finance, financial modelling or valuations.
• Strong Excel, analytical and problem-solving skills; self-study in financial modelling or Excel courses and certifications is considered an asset.
• High attention to detail and a process-oriented approach to work.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized, manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight timelines as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and an eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships and contribute positively to team culture.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Being Authentic –Inspiring trust and being courageous.
• Focusing on Performance –Being accountable and driving results.
• Understanding Stakeholders – Knowing the needs of those who rely on you.
• Building Effective Relationships – Collaboration and communication.

LOCATION

This position will be based out of the Oakville office.

PAY RANGE

The expected base pay range for this position is: $20 - $28/hour.

Fengate is an equal opportunity employer, we strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce and are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. It is a core priority at Fengate to create, operate with, and continuously grow and sustain an inclusive culture that respects and connects the diversity of our team, our clients, our partners, and the communities we work in.

We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.