General Accountant
Employment Type
Permanent
Location
Toronto, Ontario
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Job Description :
Our client in the real estate and asset management space is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated General Accountant to join our growing real estate team. This role will assist in the daily financial operations of the company, assisting to file accurate and timely financial reporting and supporting the senior accounting and tax specialist. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, proficiency in financial software, and a keen interest in real estate transactions. The role is 5 days a week in office.
Responsibilities of the General Accountant is as follows but not limited to :
- Assist in maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts for real estate transactions
- Process and verify accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Prepare and process journal entries
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings
- Assist in filing quarterly HST Returns
- Perform bank reconciliations and help manage cash flow
- Support the preparation of financial statements and reports
- Assist in preparing tax filings and regulatory compliance reports
- Help maintain accurate property records and perform audits of financial data related to real estate transactions
- Support in investment recoveries and chargeback reconciliations while following allocation methodologies
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting for property management, acquisitions, and dispositions
- Collaborate with internal teams, such as property management, leasing, and acquisitions, to gather necessary financial data
- Other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned
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Job Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldBasic knowledge of accounting principles and practicesFamiliarity with real estate terminology and transactions is a plusStrong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, CaseWare, etc.) and Microsoft ExcelHigh attention to detail and accuracy in financial reportingStrong organizational and time-management skillsAbility to communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial teamsEagerness to learn and grow in the real estate accounting fieldApply