The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across both property and corporate entities. This role supports month-end close, financial reporting, intercompany activities, and audit compliance, while partnering closely with property management, treasury, tax, and other finance teams.
Key Responsibilities:
General Ledger & Financial Reporting
Maintain property and corporate general ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close.
Prepare financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis with clear, value-added commentary.
Record and reconcile journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and allocations.
Perform balance sheet, bank and roll-forward reconciliations, ensuring adequate support for closing balances.
Operational & Property Accounting
Manage tenant accounting, including billings, receipts, adjustments, and reconciliations.
Oversee vendor invoices, approvals, and reconciliations; support procure-to-pay (P2P) processes.
Partner with property managers, leasing, and operations teams to resolve issues and enhance financial processes.
Perform HST reconciliations.
Manage operating cost and property tax recoveries.
Record and review monthly accruals from property operations, including contracts and purchase orders.
Audit, Compliance & Reporting Support
Prepare and maintain audit-ready working papers and supporting documentation.
Respond to external auditor requests related to both corporate and property ledgers.
Assist in the preparation of quarterly reporting packages and supporting analysis.
Planning & Projects
Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis.
Contribute to system implementations and process improvement initiatives.
Assist senior management with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects.
Qualifications & Experience:
College Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
1–3 years of property, corporate, or real estate accounting experience preferred.
Knowledge of GAAP and real estate accounting principles; IFRS exposure is an asset.
Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
Experience with Yardi or similar property accounting systems preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to manage high volumes of work, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
Highly adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and work independently.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and functions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex financial concepts.
CPA designation or progress toward CPA is considered an asset.
Core Competencies:
Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to supporting internal stakeholders.
Collaborative team player with a positive, proactive approach.
High level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple entities and competing priorities effectively.
Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.
Sound judgment and ability to apply accounting principles to solve practical business challenges.
