JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Senior Property Accountant – JLL
What this job involves:
JLL is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to drive financial excellence across our property portfolio. In this pivotal role, you'll take ownership of monthly accounting activities, capital budget tracking, and financial reporting for assigned properties. You'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders to establish budgets, analyze variances, and ensure audit readiness while contributing to process improvements and strategic initiatives. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to shape financial outcomes for a leading commercial real estate company while developing your expertise in property accounting and cross-functional collaboration.
What your day-to-day will look like:
Prepare monthly and year-end reconciliations, accruals, and adjustment entries to ensure accurate financial reporting
Issue common area certificates and annual financial statements while preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for partners
Develop operating budgets and forecasts, track capital budgets, and monitor projects to support strategic planning
Analyze monthly budget variances and calculate depreciation costs to provide financial insights
Prepare documentation for year-end audits by external auditors and participate in financial controls reviews
Liaise with joint owners, operations teams, treasury, property services, and property financial administration
Prepare GST/QST-related filing documents and recommend improvements to assigned processes and analysis
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or equivalent
Three to five years of experience in general accounting
Professional designation (CPA) obtained or in progress
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret and organize complex financial information
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in real estate accounting
Working knowledge of English and bilingual French proficiency
Knowledge of Yardi accounting software
Experience with capital budget tracking and project monitoring
Familiarity with GST/QST filing requirements
Track record of process improvement and harmonization initiatives
Agile personality with positive attitude and team spirit
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
📌 Senior Property Accountant (Toronto)
🏢 JLL
📍 Toronto