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#JobOpportunity Financial Controller – Real Estate Investment & Development

A Toronto-based private firm specialising in real estate investment, redevelopment, and asset management is searching for a Financial Controller to join its leadership team. The company manages a substantial commercial portfolio and focuses on acquiring value-add opportunities across North America and optimizing them through active repositioning and strategic stewardship.

The Role:

This position offers a rare opportunity to take ownership of the whole financial function within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the successful candidate will oversee day-to-day financial operations while playing a critical role in broader planning, reporting, compliance, and transactional analysis.

Core Responsibilities:

• Managing all core accounting activities, including reconciliation, journal entries, ledgers, payables/receivables, and billing cycles.

• Reviewing financials from joint ventures and providing insights on third-party reporting.

• Monitoring leasing and capital expenditure transactions, emphasizing cost tracking and forecasting.

• Participating in financial analysis and due diligence for property acquisitions, sales, and financing.

• Coordinating Canadian and U.S. audit files and collaborating with external auditors.

• Assisting in budget preparation and financial modelling with leasing and capex input.

• Overseeing statutory filings, including GST/HST and IRS/CRA compliance.

• Producing monthly financial reports, variance analysis, and recovery assessments.

• Contributing to treasury planning and cash flow management.

Candidate Requirements:

• CPA designation and a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 10 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate, development, or asset management.

• Familiarity with ASPE; tax knowledge is advantageous.

• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

• Advanced Excel skills; experience with property management software (e.g., Yardi) is an asset.

• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time, on-site role based in Toronto.

• Compensation: Approximately $140,000–$170,000, based on experience.

• This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a pivotal role in a growing real estate firm.

If this sounds like a fit, or you know someone who may be interested, please feel free to DM me directly on LinkedIn or reach out at [email protected]. I'm happy to share more details in a confidential chat.

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