Senior Accountant (Residential Development)

About the job
The Client:

Our client is a leading, privately held real estate developer based in Toronto, with a strong track record of high-profile projects. They are currently seeking a Senior Accountant (Residential Development) to join their dynamic finance team onsite in Downsview. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of complex accounting functions, and gain a clear path to advancement into management.

What you will achieve in this role:

• Oversee all accounting functions for the residential development portfolio, including both low-rise and high-rise (condo) developments.

• Maintain the general ledger and annual working paper files by posting year-end journal entries and preparing financial statements.

• Generate quarterly financial reports and monthly project reports required by lenders.

• Develop, implement, and maintain the construction management system, including project setup, budgets, job costs, cost codes, contracts, change orders, purchase orders, and progress reports.

• Perform and/or oversee monthly bank reconciliations and reconciliations of control accounts (A/R, A/P, intercompany balances, and balance sheet accounts).

• Ensure accurate preparation and filing of HST reconciliations and returns for each project.

• Perform accounting duties throughout the project lifecycle, including acquisitions, sales closings, and project cash flow analysis.

• Oversee intercompany charge-backs and reconciliations.

• Review purchase orders and A/P listings, prepare journals, and process invoices when necessary.

• Supervise A/P staff to ensure accuracy and completeness of data entry and supporting schedules.

• Oversee bank loans and BA renewals.

• Participate in other projects or duties as assigned.

• Act as both areviewer and hands-on doer, with the ability to roll up your sleeves and execute day-to-day accounting activities.

What you must bring to this role:

• CPA designation required (Big 4 experience strongly preferred).

• 5–8 years of progressive experience inreal estate development or residential construction accounting.

• Proven experience managing full-cycle accounting processes from project initiation through to closing.

• Strong knowledge of construction cost accounting and financial reporting procedures.

• Experience withCaseWare (required); New Star (Constellation) experience is a strong asset.

• Advanced proficiency inExcel; working knowledge of MS Word.

• Experience preparing year-end working papers; auditing background is an asset.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Meticulous attention to detail and a hands-on, proactive approach.

• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Flexible, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.

• Someone who “lives and believes accounting.”

💰 Compensation: $100K–$130K

📍Location: Full-time, onsite in Downsview

Only those who are qualified will be contacted.

“We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist in screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.”