Accounting Manager

Reliance Impact Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Impact Inc. is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead corporate accounting across multiple entities in a growing finance team.

The role focuses on financial reporting, month-/year-end close, and process improvements, requiring strong expertise in real estate-related accounting and multi-entity structures. The candidate will work closely with senior leadership, manage intercompany activities, and coordinate audits and tax filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation required or strongly preferred.
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory/management responsibilities.
• Experience in real estate development, property management, or related industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting, financial reporting, and multi-entity structures.
• Experience with intercompany transactions, consolidations, and corporate financial statements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and ERP systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for multiple corporate entities.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes with timely reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, cash flow).
• Oversee general ledger activities, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and allocations across entities.
• Oversee corporate accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking activities.
• Prepare consolidated financial reporting packages and provide analysis to senior management.
• Coordinate year-end audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist with corporate tax filings, HST reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and support treasury activities.
• Support annual operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Review and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Supervise accounting staff and work with Controller and senior leadership on reporting and planning.

Skills

Multi-entity management

Intercompany transactions

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is an established real estate development company seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their growing finance team. This role will focus primarily on corporate accounting, financial reporting, and overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations across multiple corporate entities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate accounting within the real estate development industry, experience managing multiple legal entities, and the ability to work closely with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for multiple corporate entities within the organization.
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Oversee general ledger activities, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and account reconciliations.
• Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and allocations across multiple entities.
• Oversee corporate accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking activities.
• Prepare consolidated financial reporting packages and provide financial analysis to senior management.
• Coordinate year-end audits and work closely with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist with corporate tax filings, HST reporting, and other regulatory requirements.
• Monitor corporate cash flow, prepare forecasts, and support treasury-related activities.
• Support the preparation of annual operating budgets and financial forecasts.
• Review and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting procedures.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within the department.
• Work closely with the Controller and senior leadership on financial reporting, business planning, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation required or strongly preferred.
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Previous accounting experience within real estate development, property management, or a related industry is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate accounting, financial reporting, and multi-entity structures.
• Experience with intercompany transactions, consolidations, and corporate financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE and/or IFRS.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with senior management.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on Accounting Manager who is comfortable managing the corporate accounting function within a real estate development environment. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, experience overseeing multiple entities, and the ability to take ownership of financial reporting processes.