Accountant

CBRE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services firm is seeking an Accountant in Toronto, Ontario. The role involves managing accounting activities, preparing reports, and supporting financial analysis. Candidates should have a degree and relevant experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and an asset in Yardi. Join a collaborative team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Exposure to Yardi is considered an asset.
• Ability to analyze information and standard practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management reports and variance analysis.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliation documentation.
• Assist with annual property budget preparation.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Intermediate math skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Accountant

Job ID

230222

Posted

31-Jul-2025

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Accounting/Finance, Property Management

Location(s)

Toronto - Ontario - Canada

About The Role:

As a CBRE Accountant, you will be responsible for accounting activities relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger. This position works closely with other accounting team members in providing timely & accurate management reporting and analytical support to the Property Management Group, Asset Management, and Corporate Accounting.

What You'll Do:

• Preparation of monthly management reports as required by co-owners / asset management. Includes preparing variance analysis, reports and coordinating with Accounting Manager and/or Property Manager for review and finalization of reports.

• Preparing monthly supporting documentation package for SOX purposes, including balance sheet reconciliation, property close checklist and other documents listed on the property close index for Accounting Manager review.

• Prepare and post routine and non-routine journal entries.

• Maintain recovery schedule (including operation, tax and utility recoveries)

• Calculate pre bills and final bills based on Operation budget and Audit report.

• Preparation of corporate required variance analysis and adhoc reporting including, but not limited to:

• Recovery Analysis (Close Statistics)

• Assist in preparing and providing external auditors with Draft CAM’s, Working Papers supporting calculations (i.e. gross up calculations, demised electricity, etc.)

• Provide support with responding to external audit queries in a timely manner based on requests for additional information or for invoice sample requests.

• Preparation of lead sheets and working papers with appropriate referencing.

• Work with Property Management and Asset Management in preparing the annual property budget.

• Fulfill ad-hoc financial analysis from Property Management, Asset Management and/or Corporate Accounting.

• Assist in the timely & accurate completion of monthly forecasting by due dates specified by the Accounting Calendar.

• Ensure accounting processes are executed efficiently and effectively. Document, when required, evidence of effective review of internal control processes.

What You'll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with up to 3 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.

• Exposure to Yardi is considered an asset.

• Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.

• Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel.

• Intermediate math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at Via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.)

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)