Job Title: Manager, Property Accountant
Location: Vaughan, ON
Base Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per year
Position Overview:
Are you a detail-oriented accounting leader with a passion for real estate? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can make a real impact? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Our client is a well-established real estate investment and asset management firm with a strong presence in the Canadian market. With a diverse portfolio of multi-family residential properties and ongoing development projects, they are dedicated to creating thriving communities while driving financial growth. Their people-first culture fosters both personal and professional development, offering employees the opportunity to grow within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, theManager, Property Accountantwill play a critical role in leading financial operations across a dedicated portfolio of properties. This position involves supervising a team of four Property Accountants while also managing a full-cycle property accounting portfolio, financial reporting, and collaboration with internal teams and leaders to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership Provide ongoing supervision, leadership and training to a team of four dedicated Property Accountants.
- Full-Cycle Property AccountingManage financial reporting for a portfolio of residential properties and corporate entities.
- Financial & Management ReportingAssist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.
- General Ledger OversightMaintain and reconcile the general ledger for the organization.
- Month-End Close ActivitiesProcess journal entries, reconcile sub-ledgers, and maintain workbooks.
- Recurring Entries & AdjustmentsPost transactions related to mortgages, accruals, property taxes, and related party transactions.
- Asset & Mortgage TransactionsRecord asset acquisitions, property purchases, refinances, and dispositions.
- Bank & Credit Card ReconciliationsEnsure accuracy across financial accounts.
- Process Improvement & System EnhancementsAssist with accounting system updates and process optimizations.
- Regulatory CompliancePrepare and file HST returns in accordance with CRA deadlines.
- Special Projects & Ad-Hoc SupportWork closely with the Accounting Manager on key initiatives.
Job Qualifications:
- Education & Experience:Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with 5+ years of experience (preferably in real estate or fund management).
- CPA Designation:CPA (CA, CGA, CMA) designation or active enrolment is a strongly preferred.
- Leadership: 2+ years of leadership experience, ideally within a Property Accounting team.
- Attention to Detail:Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Tech-Savvy:Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; previous experience using Yardi Voyager will be considered a strong asset.
- Collaborative & Adaptable:A proactive team player with a solution-oriented mindset.
Compensation:
The role offers a competitive base salary in the range of $110,000 - $125,000 per year (depending on experience). Additionally, this role offers a bonus, vacation + flex days, full health benefits as of day 1, and financial support for ongoing education support membership dues!
If you're a proactive and driven Manager, Property Accounting ready to take on a key role within an exceptional team, wed love to hear from you! To be immediately considered for this exciting role, apply directly or send your resume to [email protected] today!