Senior Property Accountant

CBRE Group, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst in Toronto to apply advanced accounting fundamentals to create, review, and organize complex financial statements and reports. The role sits within General Accounting and focuses on maintaining accounting processes and procedures.

The position requires handling month-end close, GL accuracy, and variances analysis, with exposure to real estate accounting systems such as Yardi or MRI considered a plus. CPA or progress toward CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred or actively pursuing.
• Real estate or property accounting experience is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with property management systems (e.g., Yardi, MRI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex financial statements and reports.
• Close monthly books and reconcile balance sheets and P&L.
• Ensure general ledger accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Process payroll and manage budgeting and cash flow reports.
• Analyze variances and forecast financial changes.
• Support system conversions and educate peers on changes.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Variance analysis

Payroll processing

General ledger

Internal controls

Education

CPA designation (or in progress)

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Excel

Job description

About the Role:

As a CBRE Accounting Sr. Analyst, you will apply advanced accounting fundamentals to create, review and organize complex financial statements and reports.

This job is part of the General Accounting job function. They are responsible for the development and day-to-day maintenance of accounting processes and procedures.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare financial documents including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and payroll.
• Follow standards and rules when keeping accounts. Ensure the general ledger, taxes, and other financial information data are correct and up to date.
• Close month-end accounting entries and reconcile balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Post to GL and reviews variances to budget and review data to forecast changes to the business.
• Review variance explanation reports for accuracy.
• Track accounts receivable and confirm all payments are properly recorded. Check all accounts to make sure they have the correct balances.
• Assist with accounting system conversions or enhancements and educate peers on changes.
• Evaluate billing and invoicing data in the accounting databases and submit cash applications. Research and resolve accounts receivable issues.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• CPA designation (or working towards a CPA designation) preferred.
• Real estate and/or property accounting experience is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with property management accounting systems such as Yardi and/or MRI is considered an asset.