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Senior Director, Accounting

Senior Director, Accounting

Hays • Montréal
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Your newpany

Our client is a well-established owner, developer, and manager of large-scale retail and mixed-use real estate assets in the Greater Montreal area. With a portfolio that includes two landmark shopping destinations, the organization is recognized for its entrepreneurial culture, long-term vision, andmitment to creating exceptional customer experiences. As the business continues to grow and evolve, it is seeking a strategic and hands-on finance leader to oversee the accounting operations of its flagship properties.

Your new role

Reporting directly to the Vice President Finance, the Senior Director of Accounting will lead the accounting function for two majormercial properties and oversee a teamposed of two Accounting Directors, multiple Property Accountants, and Accounting Technicians.This positionbines strong leadership responsibilities with hands-on involvement in financial reporting, business partnering, and operational decision-making. Key responsibilities will include:
  • Leading and mentoring the accounting teams across both properties;
  • Overseeing monthly, quarterly, annual, and consolidated financial reporting;
  • Reviewing budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations;
  • Acting as the primary contact for external auditors and year-end processes;
  • Driving process improvements, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies;
  • Providing strategic financial insights and rmendations to senior leadership;
  • Collaborating closely with operations, leasing, asset management, and investment teams;
  • Ensuring consistency, accountability, and best practices across both accounting groups.

What you'll need to succeed

  • CPA designation;
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of large accounting teams;
  • Significant experience withinmercial real estate, property management, retail real estate, or a related asset-intensive industry;
  • Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting, consolidated financial statements, budgeting, and financial analysis;
  • Proven ability to manage managers and develop high-performing teams;
  • Exceptionalmunication and stakeholder management skills;
  • Strategic mindsetbined with a willingness to remain involved in day-to-day operations;
  • Experience with Yardi and advanced Excel skills is considered strong asset.
  • Ability to work between multiple locations as business needs require.
  • Proficiency in French and English (written and spoken)

What you'll get in return

  • Annual bonus opportunity of approximately 20%;
  • The opportunity to lead the accounting operations of two high-profile retail assets;
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making;
  • A highly visible role with significant influence on the finance function and overall business performance;
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial, and growth-oriented environment with long-term career progression opportunities.
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