Senior Corporate Accountant - Real Estate / Development - Toronto
About the role
Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant
Location: Toronto, ON
Industry: Real Estate & Construction Development
About the Company
Our client is a prominent Real Estate and Construction Development company headquartered in the Toronto area. Specializing in high-rise residential condominium projects, they have built a reputation for delivering quality developments across the GTA. With continued growth in their development pipeline, they are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Corporate Accountant to join their head office finance team.
Position Overview
The Senior Corporate Accountant will be a key member of the corporate finance team, responsible for managing financial reporting, overseeing the monthly and annual consolidation process, and supporting external audit coordination. This role is ideal for a designated CPA with strong technical accounting knowledge and a background in real estate, construction, or similar industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with ASPE
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple corporate entities and joint ventures
- Lead the preparation of working papers and documentation required for year-end audits
- Coordinate directly with external auditors to facilitate a smooth audit process
- Maintain intercompany reconciliations and manage corporate accounting entries
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at the corporate level
- Collaborate with internal departments (Development, Construction, Legal) to gather relevant financial data
- Ensure compliance with tax filings and assist with regulatory reporting as needed
- Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting and consolidation practices
Qualifications
- CPA designation is required
- 46 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a corporate accounting or audit role
- Experience with corporate consolidations across multiple legal entities
- Strong technical knowledge of ASPE and corporate accounting standards
- Experience in the real estate development or construction industry is a strong asset
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Yardi, Newstar, or equivalent systems) and Microsoft Excel
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
About Newlands Group
Newlands Group is a Toronto-based recruitment company specializing in providing top-quality recruitment solutions for positions in Finance, Accounting, Construction, HR and other positions throughout Canada.
With a deep understanding of the local job market and expertise in these industries, we are committed to connecting exceptional talent with leading organizations. Our recruitment methodology is customized to meet the unique needs of each of our clients.
Senior Corporate Accountant - Real Estate / Development - Toronto
About the role
Job Title: Senior Corporate Accountant
Location: Toronto, ON
Industry: Real Estate & Construction Development
About the Company
Our client is a prominent Real Estate and Construction Development company headquartered in the Toronto area. Specializing in high-rise residential condominium projects, they have built a reputation for delivering quality developments across the GTA. With continued growth in their development pipeline, they are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Corporate Accountant to join their head office finance team.
Position Overview
The Senior Corporate Accountant will be a key member of the corporate finance team, responsible for managing financial reporting, overseeing the monthly and annual consolidation process, and supporting external audit coordination. This role is ideal for a designated CPA with strong technical accounting knowledge and a background in real estate, construction, or similar industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with ASPE
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across multiple corporate entities and joint ventures
- Lead the preparation of working papers and documentation required for year-end audits
- Coordinate directly with external auditors to facilitate a smooth audit process
- Maintain intercompany reconciliations and manage corporate accounting entries
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at the corporate level
- Collaborate with internal departments (Development, Construction, Legal) to gather relevant financial data
- Ensure compliance with tax filings and assist with regulatory reporting as needed
- Identify and implement process improvements in financial reporting and consolidation practices
Qualifications
- CPA designation is required
- 46 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a corporate accounting or audit role
- Experience with corporate consolidations across multiple legal entities
- Strong technical knowledge of ASPE and corporate accounting standards
- Experience in the real estate development or construction industry is a strong asset
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Yardi, Newstar, or equivalent systems) and Microsoft Excel
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
About Newlands Group
Newlands Group is a Toronto-based recruitment company specializing in providing top-quality recruitment solutions for positions in Finance, Accounting, Construction, HR and other positions throughout Canada.
With a deep understanding of the local job market and expertise in these industries, we are committed to connecting exceptional talent with leading organizations. Our recruitment methodology is customized to meet the unique needs of each of our clients.