Senior Project Accountant - Precedent Land Company

Precedent Land Co; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precedent Land Company seeks a Senior Project Accountant to play a crucial role in the Finance & Accounting team. This position involves managing accounting for Canadian land operations, preparing financial reports, and working closely with project teams to ensure accuracy in transactions and reporting. The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, CPA designation, and 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Employee Home Ownership Program

Employer-paid benefits

Flexible hybrid work model

Ongoing educational support

Community Supported Agriculture program

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in the real estate industry.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial systems.
• Understanding of accounting principles and experience with reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record journal entries related to land operations.
• Support month-end financial reporting processes.
• Manage project activity and cash flow forecasts.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA designation (completed or enrolled)

Job description

Senior Project Accountant - Precedent Land Company

Empire Canada Homes, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Your Impact at Precedent Land Company

At Precedent Land Company, we seek enthusiastic professionals who are excited to harness the potential of land and deliver outstanding results.

The Senior Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting the Precedent Land Finance & Accounting team by taking ownership of accounting for Canadian land operations, preparing accounting entries and periodic financial reports that reflect the status and progress of land development projects, and assisting with consolidated Precedent Land reporting.

This role is located at Precedent Land Company in Vaughan, ON.

What We Are Looking For

In addition to your expertise in land acquisition and development, here’s what we’d love to see:

• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in the real estate industry.
• CPA designation completed or enrolled is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong attention to detail with solid proficiency in Excel and financial systems; able to manage and analyze large volumes of data accurately.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, with experience resolving common issues related to account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot routine accounting issues independently and escalate complex matters appropriately.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across finance, project teams, and external auditors to exchange information and resolve inquiries.
• Demonstrated judgment and accountability in making day-to-day decisions related to reconciliations, financial reports, and adjusting entries to ensure accurate project accounting.

You’ll Stand Out if You Bring:

• Experience with NewStar Enterprise is an asset.

The Precedent Land Company Experience:

At Precedent Land Company, we believe that imagination unlocks opportunity. By valuing our employees and investing in their growth, we empower you to reach your full potential. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages are thoughtfully designed to support your success and exceed your expectations. Here is how we help you thrive:

• The opportunity to collaborate with other skilled and visionary professionals.
• Exclusive discounts through our Employee Home Ownership Program.
• Support for your wellbeing through our employer-paid benefits.
• A flexible, hybrid work model.
• Employer sponsored RRSP tohelp you invest in your future.
• Ongoing support for continuing education and opportunities for learning and development to help you grow your career.
• Organic Produce from our Community Supported Agriculture Program
• Engaging social events throughout the year to celebrate our team.
• Recognition of achievements and milestones every step of the way.
• A company that values your time outside of work just as much as your time spent at work.

What You’ll Be Doing Each Day

• Prepare and record journal entries related to land closings, operating income, development management fees, cost of sales, and cost-to-complete.
• Calculate and record interest on direct debt and intercompany loans.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, project recovery schedules, and maintain up-to-date project cash flow forecasts.
• Support monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reporting for Precedent Land, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare annual financial statements and working papers for audit purposes; respond to auditor queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Manage the preparation and submission of loan draw requests and cash calls with required supporting documentation, ensuring timely funding and issue resolution.
• Monitor project activity regularly, maintain a clear understanding of project status, and recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.

Who We Are

At Precedent Land Company, we believe that imagination unlocks opportunity and brings land to life. Through our experience and creativity, we design innovative residential investment solutions that maximize land potential and transform lives. Our forward-thinking approach prioritizes sustainability and responsible stewardship, enabling us to build imaginative land-use solutions. We take pride in identifying land with unparalleled potential, collaborating with visionary partners to achieve remarkable outcomes. Committed to leaving places better than we found them, we let the “good earth” guide our principles and set the standard for all that transpires upon it.

Join our team and be part of a journey that redefines groundbreaking achievements in land development!

Precedent Land Company is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process for any qualified applications under the respective provincial human rights codes. Please advise a member of our team if you require an accommodation to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Empire Canada Homes, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada