Senior Property Accountant

TDS Personnel; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Toronto is seeking a Senior Accountant for commercial real estate accounting. This role involves overseeing full-cycle accounting, preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements, and working closely with property managers. Successful candidates will have at least 4 years of experience and a degree in Accounting or Finance. Hybrid working may be available, alongside competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of property accounting experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with IFRS for financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting for commercial real estate assets.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Manage service charge reconciliations and analyze property performance.

Skills

Real estate accounting

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Our client located in Etobicoke requires a Senior Accountant, Properties to join their team.This role is responsible for the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of commercial real estate assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of commercial real estate assets (office, retail, and/or industrial).
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, revenue recognition, accruals, amortizations, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Manage service charge (CAM), property tax, and insurance reconciliations, ensuring accurate tenant recoveries and allocations.
• Analyze variances and provide detailed commentary on property performance to internal stakeholders.
• Partner with property managers, asset managers, and finance leadership to align financials with operational strategy.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledgers, sub-ledgers, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts for each property and support cash flow planning.
• Assist with lease accounting and ensure proper interpretation and application of lease terms under IFRS 16.
• Support external and internal audits, including preparation of audit workpapers and responses to auditor inquiries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 4+ years of property accounting experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with Yardi is an asset.

To apply, upload your resume and complete the required information in the “Apply For The Job” section located to the right of the posting. Alternatively, quote the position title and email your resume to: Beth; [e-mail]

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TDS Personnel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations within reason due to a disability or medical need are available on request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.