Commercial Property Accountant

Job Summary

Our client, a well-established company in the real estate industry, is seeking a Commercial Property Accountant to join its accounting team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the full-cycle accounting of a portfolio of commercial properties and will work closely with property managers to ensure the accuracy of financial information.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties.
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing documentation.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Perform Common Area Maintenance (CAM) and property tax reconciliations.
- Review tenant accounts, rent rolls, and operating expense recoveries.
- Review commercial leases to ensure accurate billing, rent adjustments, and recoverable expenses.
- Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Assist in preparing budgets, financial forecasts, and year-end closing documentation.
- Collaborate with property managers to resolve accounting discrepancies and address financial inquiries.
- Prepare supporting documentation for the annual audit.




- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting and financial processes.

Qualifications & Requirements
- College diploma or university degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Experience working with Yardi .
- Robust proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of commercial leases, Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations, operating expense recoveries, and property taxes.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer
- Market-competitive salary.
- Collaborative and professional work environment.
- Stable, well-established company offering opportunities for professional growth.
- Experienced and dynamic team.
- Comprehensive benefits package.

Interested? If you meet the qualifications and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected]

📌 Property Accountant (Ottawa)
🏢 Professional Staffing
📍 Ottawa