Iman Kara, Cpa, Ca
About Iman Kara, Cpa, Ca
Iman Kara, CPA, CA, is currently the Manager of Portfolio Management at Brookfield Asset Management. He has extensive experience in corporate accounting, financial planning, and financial reporting, having worked at Allied Properties REIT, PwC Canada, and BMO Bank of Montreal.
Current Role at Brookfield Asset Management
Iman Kara is currently serving as Manager, Portfolio Management at Brookfield Asset Management. In this capacity, she is involved in overseeing various portfolio management activities. This role marks a significant transition in her career, moving from her previous position at Allied Properties REIT to Brookfield Asset Management in 2020.
Experience at Allied Properties REIT
Iman Kara worked at Allied Properties REIT in different roles from 2017 to 2020. Initially, she was the Manager, Financial Reporting and Compliance, where she handled financial reporting and ensured regulatory compliance for three years. In 2020, she briefly held the position of Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting & Financial Planning, focusing on corporate accounting strategies and financial planning.
Tenure at PwC Canada
Iman Kara has substantial experience at PwC Canada, starting as a Summer Associate in 2013. She then progressed to the role of Senior Associate, a position she held from 2014 to 2017. Her work at PwC Canada involved various accounting and financial reporting tasks, contributing significantly to her professional development.
Academic Background and CPA Certification
Iman Kara achieved her Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) certification from CPA Canada. Her academic foundation in accounting and finance was built at Schulich School of Business - York University, where she earned a BBA between 2010 and 2014. Additionally, she broadened her global business knowledge through an international exchange program at Singapore Management University from 2012 to 2013.
Early Career at BMO Bank of Montreal
Before advancing in her career, Iman Kara gained early experience in financial services as a Financial Services Coordinator at BMO Bank of Montreal from 2011 to 2014. This role helped her build a strong foundation in financial coordination and customer service, setting the stage for her subsequent positions in corporate accounting and financial management.