Our client, a growing real estate and property management organization, is seeking an experienced Property Accounting Manager to take ownership of its accounting function and play a key role in bringing the accounting operations in house.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on accounting leader who enjoys building processes, improving systems and controls, and working closely with senior leadership. As the organization continues to grow, this position offers the opportunity to build and lead an accounting team and potentially progress into a CFO level role over time.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations and month-end/year-end close
Prepare and review financial statements, management reports and financial analysis
Lead budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Manage property accounting, including tenant and property-related reconciliations and reporting
Manage tax compliance, audits and external reporting requirements
Oversee treasury, banking and cash management activities
Establish and strengthen accounting policies, procedures and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency and accuracy




Support the transition of accounting functions currently managed by a third-party provider to an internal accounting team
Evaluate and implement accounting systems, technology and automation initiatives
Work closely with Property Management, Asset Management and senior leadership
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions
Initially work closely with a small accounting team, with the opportunity to build and expand the department as the business grows

Qualifications
CPA designation
8+ years of property accounting experience
Experience within real estate, property management or a related industry
Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and internal controls
Proven ability to improve processes and implement accounting systems
Solid leadership and communication skills
Comfortable working in a hands on workplace and willing to remain involved in day-to-day accounting activities
Solid analytical, organizational and problem solving abilities
Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff is an asset

📌 Property Accounting Manager Toronto
🏢 Peak Associates
📍 Toronto