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Senior Corporate Accountant - Real Estate / Development - Toronto

Newlands Group - 10 Jobs
Toronto, ON
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Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant
Location: Toronto, ON
Industry: Real Estate & Construction Development

About the Company

Our client is a prominent Real Estate and Construction Development company headquartered in the Toronto area. Specializing in high-rise residential condominium projects, they have built a reputation for delivering quality developments across the GTA. With continued growth in their development pipeline, they are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Corporate Accountant to join their head office finance team.

Position Overview

The Senior Corporate Accountant will be a key member of the corporate finance team, responsible for managing financial reporting, overseeing the monthly and annual consolidation process, and supporting external audit coordination. This role is ideal for a designated CPA with strong technical accounting knowledge and a background in real estate, construction, or similar industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with ASPE

  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple corporate entities and joint ventures

  • Lead the preparation of working papers and documentation required for year-end audits

  • Coordinate directly with external auditors to facilitate a smooth audit process

  • Maintain intercompany reconciliations and manage corporate accounting entries

  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at the corporate level

  • Collaborate with internal departments (Development, Construction, Legal) to gather relevant financial data

  • Ensure compliance with tax filings and assist with regulatory reporting as needed

  • Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting and consolidation practices

Qualifications

  • CPA designation is required

  • 46 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a corporate accounting or audit role

  • Experience with corporate consolidations across multiple legal entities

  • Strong technical knowledge of ASPE and corporate accounting standards

  • Experience in the real estate development or construction industry is a strong asset

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Yardi, Newstar, or equivalent systems) and Microsoft Excel

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

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