Accounting Manager - Schlegel Urban Developments

Accounting Manager - Schlegel Urban Developments

Schlegel Urban Developments Corp. is a mid‑sized Kitchener‑based real estate development and management company known for its master‑planned residential subdivision projects and unique commercial developments, including the mixed‑use Williamsburg Town Centre, Wallaceton Marketplace, Bauer Marketplace in Waterloo, and the St. Jacobs Market District – home to Canada’s largest year‑round indoor / outdoor farmers’ market and the new Stockyards brewery and restaurant.

A family‑owned business, Schlegel Urban Developments is a hands‑on organization with a committed and talented team. We are looking for an individual who can combine a passion for accounting with an interest in real estate, development and property management to join our growing accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and update policies and procedures for the accounting cycle
• Manage tenant files and ensure lease details are accurately accounted for in accordance with accounting standards
• Manage annual operating cost reconciliation process with tenants
• Review tenant ledgers to ensure charges, recoveries and deposits are accurately posted
• Record routine transactions (mortgage payments, recurring journal entries, amortization, etc.)
• Support the Controller with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Support the Controller with construction financing draws for future construction and land development projects
• Support the Controller with monthly filings and payments for EHT, HST, WSIB, corporate tax instalments
• Review general ledger monthly for accuracy and variance from budget and investigate variances for reasonableness
• Support the Controller with the annual budgeting process
• Prepare various accounting reports and analysis as required
• Support VP Leasing & Commercial Real Estate and property management staff in financial accounting matters
• Support reporting to external parties (banks, MPAC, CRA, etc.)
• Provide guidance and leadership to accounts receivable / accounts payable staff

Experience and Qualifications

Salary

$80,000 – $90,000, adjusted for experience.

Benefits

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to : careers@schlegelurban.com

We thank all interested candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Schlegel Urban Developments is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.

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