Property Accountant

CROWN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT•Toronto, ON

34d•CA$60,000 - CA$80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Property Accountant reports to the Manager, Property Accounting to provide reliable and timely financial reports for properties managed by CPMI on an efficient basis and provide efficient support to property managers and administrators.

Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Accounting or related field
CPA designation, or in pursuit of designation
Minimum 1 - 3 years of accounting experience within the commercial property management industry or experience within a public accounting firm
Advanced MS Office skills, specifically in Excel and Word
Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills
Experience assisting with preparing year end audit packages and statements for external auditors
Intermediate to advance Excel skills and working knowledge of real estate and property management financial accounting systems and software
A detail-oriented and organized individual with a strong interest in accounting and financial operations
Someone who takes ownership of tasks, follows through on deadlines, and maintains a high level of accuracy
A problem-solver who is comfortable investigating discrepancies and proposing solutions
A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and works across various departments
Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Yardi and understanding of Real Estate terminology considered an asset

Responsibilities

Maintain the property accounting records for the assigned Commercial portfolio
Generate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
Assist in reconciliation of capital projects costs
Complete the analysis of all capital costs incurred
Enter journal entries, A/R adjustments
Prepare annual Common Area Maintenance (CAM) and Tax final billing adjustments
Prepare year-end audit working paper files and maintain amortization schedules
Perform month-end activities, from balance sheet and account reconciliations to financial statement preparation
Assist with the preparation of budgets
Assist with various functions within the finance department as assigned
Support the property administration staff in the financial management of their properties
Respond to various inquiries of Owner’s and property management team
Analyze property records and address outstanding issues
Attend monthly financial review meetings
Monitor cash flow for assigned properties
Prepare monthly HST reconciliation
Efficient and effective communication, in a professional manner, with all employees and clients
Support property management administration staff in responding to financial inquiries from tenants and vendors (receivables, CAM and Tax recoveries)
Perform other related responsibilities as requested from time to time