Property Accountant / Full-Cycle Bookkeeper

Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario in downtown Ottawa is seeking a Property Accountant / Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to oversee the complete accounting for a portfolio of residential and/or commercial properties. This role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, strong controls, and collaboration with property managers to deliver timely insights.

The position offers a hybrid work model (4 days onsite, 1 day remote) with a salary range of 60,000–65,000 CAD annually.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Approximately five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in property management or real estate.
• Hands-on Yardi experience for residential/commercial property accounting (3+ years).
• Excel proficiency and familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for an assigned portfolio, including monthly and year-end close.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, schedules, and management reports.
• Maintain records of rental income, operating expenses, CAM, and recoveries.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and GL reconciliations.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Support budgets, variance analysis, and capital planning.
• Assist CAM reconciliations and tenant chargebacks.
• Serve as main contact for property managers, owners, tenants, and auditors.
• Contribute to year-end working papers and audit documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

Tools

Yardi

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Position Title: Property Accountant / Full-Cycle Bookkeeper

• Salary & Benefits: 60-65K
• Position Status: Current Vacancy
• Location: Downtown, Ottawa
• Work Model: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Property Accountant / Full-Cycle Bookkeeper to oversee the full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of residential and/or commercial properties. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong controls, and supporting property operations through timely and insightful financial information.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounting process for an assigned portfolio, including monthly and year-end close activities.
• Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports for internal stakeholders and property owners.
• Maintain and monitor detailed records of rental income, operating expenses, capital expenditures, and recoveries.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, track financial performance, and provide variance analysis.
• Assist with common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations, operating cost recoveries, and allocations for property taxes, insurance, and tenant chargebacks.
• Act as a key point of contact for property managers, owners, tenants, and auditors, providing clear and responsive financial support.
• Contribute to year-end processes, including preparation of working papers and audit support.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, enhance reporting, and drive efficiencies.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, supported by a diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with approximately five years of progressive experience—preferably within property management or real estate.

They possess a solid understanding of full-cycle accounting and accrual-based reporting, combined with at least three years of hands‑on experience using Yardi for residential and/or commercial property accounting.

Technically proficient, they are comfortable working with Excel and ERP systems, while also demonstrating a high level of accuracy, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Just as important, they are an effective communicator who collaborates well with property managers and internal stakeholders to deliver clear, timely financial insights.

What will make you stand out

• Advanced expertise in Yardi, including system optimization, reporting customization, and troubleshooting across complex property portfolios.
• Strong financial analysis capabilities, with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights and proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Experience managing both residential and commercial portfolios, including CAM reconciliations and tenant chargebacks.
• A process improvement mindset, with a track record of streamlining workflows, enhancing reporting accuracy, and implementing best practices.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.