Property Accountant

Your new company  

We are seeking a detailoriented Property Accountant to join a growing real estate and property management organization in Toronto. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has experience supporting both property and corporate accounting functions.

Your new role  
• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure expenses are accurately recorded and allocated.
• Monitor accounts receivable balances and follow up on outstanding payments as required.
•Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
•Prepare journal entries and support month-end and year-end close activities.
•Maintain tenant and landlord ledgers and ensure accounting records remain accurate and up to date.
•Process monthly rent rolls, rent receipts, and landlord distributions.
•Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for assigned properties.
•Analyze variances, investigate unusual transactions, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
•Coordinate quarterly HST remittances and support annual tax reporting requirements.
•Prepare NR4 and NR6 filings and assist with non-resident landlord compliance requirements.
•Respond to inquiries from tenants, landlords, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
•Assist with audit requests and preparation of supporting documentation.
•Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the enhancement of accounting procedures and controls.

What you'll need to succeed  
•Minimum 2 years of accounting experience, preferably within property management, real estate, or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting principles.
• Experience preparing financial statements and performing account reconciliations.
•Knowledge of tenant and landlord accounting processes is considered a strong asset.
•Familiarity with HST remittances, NR4 reporting, and other regulatory filing requirements.
•Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
•Experience using accounting or property management software.
•Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
•Strong organizational and time-management skills.
•Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
•Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
•Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

What you'll get in return  

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing property accounting activities, preparing financial reporting packages, completing reconciliations, and supporting tax compliance requirements. This role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties and the opportunity to work closely with internal stakeholders to support operational and financial objectives.

What you need to do now  

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.