Accounting Team Lead

York Property Management; London; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in London, Ontario is seeking an experienced Accounting Team Lead to oversee full-cycle accounting operations. You will lead financial controls, compliance, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles, along with excellent team management skills. The role offers a competitive salary between $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 annually.

Benefits

Benefits package after 3 months

Inclusive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing accounting functions across multiple entities.
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS) and full-cycle accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and all accounting activities.
• Prepare financial reporting packages and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Manage treasury functions including cash flow and bank reconciliations.

Skills

Team Management

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Communication

Collaboration

Time Management

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting Team Lead

Reporting to the VP Finance and Acquisitions, the Accounting Team Lead will oversee full‑cycle accounting operations and provide leadership support to the accounting team, ensuring financial controls, compliance, and efficient, accurate cash flow management.

Responsibilities

Full Cycle Accounting & Internal Controls

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and all accounting activities.
• Assess current accounting operations, recommend improvements, and implement new processes.
• Complete journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
• Perform month‑end and year‑end close procedures, including inter‑company transactions.

Financial Reporting & Budgeting

• Work with executives to create annual budgets and track actual expenses against projections.
• Optimize cash flow management to ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages.
• Prepare balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements.
• Compile general ledger entries promptly and accurately.

Regulatory Compliance & Taxation

• Register company and affiliates for CRA program accounts (GST/HST, Payroll, etc.).
• Represent the company in discussions with CRA regarding tax matters.
• Prepare government remittances (GST, payroll, source deductions, WSIB).
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes.
• Manage tax compliance, filing, and reporting requirements and liaise with tax consultants to analyze tax treatment.

Payroll

• Process full‑cycle biweekly payroll for salary and hourly employees.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations for payroll.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and year‑end tasks, including T4 and T4A processing.

Banking, Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage treasury functions, including cash flow and bank reconciliations.
• Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and intercompany transactions.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts, including due to/from shareholders.
• Liaise with lawyers and bank personnel to maintain relationships.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise accounting processes and staff to meet objectives.

Core Competencies, Skills, and Expectations

Core Competencies

• Team Management
• Risk Management & Compliance
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Communication & Collaboration
• Time Management

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated experience managing accounting functions across multiple entities or a multi‑company structure.
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS) and full‑cycle accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel, QuickBooks and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of tax regulations, HST/GST filings, and corporate taxation.
• Experience with payroll processing and financial reconciliations.
• Ability to implement internal controls, risk management strategies, and fraud prevention measures.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

About York Property Management

York Property Management (YPM) manages 4,000+ residential apartment suites in Southwestern Ontario, offering a variety of layouts to accommodate a diverse demographic of young couples, families, students, and retirees. The company employs 130+ individuals across corporate, on‑site, and property‑based roles.

Our mission is to work together in a safe, respectful, and friendly environment with effective communication to provide residents quality service and a comfortable, positive living experience while being environmentally conscious. Our vision is to create and maintain rental properties that residents are proud to call home.

YPM is committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and diverse backgrounds, identities and cultures. Accommodations are available throughout the application and interview process upon request.

Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. A benefits package will be offered after 3 months of employment.

This post is for an existing job vacancy. We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation

$70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year