Original job description
We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to support corporate accounting and financial reporting activities for a real estate and property organization in Richmond Hill, Ontario. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys working across multiple finance functions and contributing to accurate, timely reporting. The successful candidate will play an important role in period-end close, account analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Manage month-end and year-end accounting tasks, including preparing reconciliations, recording accruals, tracking prepaid expenses, and posting necessary reclassifications within required timelines.
• Prepare financial statements, account analyses, and supporting working papers for assigned corporate entities and balance sheet accounts.
• Record, review, and reconcile recurring corporate accounting entries such as operating expenses and intercompany activity.
• Partner with teams across property accounting, treasury, accounts payable, financial planning and analysis, and asset management to support complete and accurate financial results.
• Investigate variances and resolve accounting discrepancies by reviewing supporting data and following up with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to stronger financial controls by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance reporting quality, and increase process efficiency through better use of systems and automation.
• Maintain well-organized documentation to support internal reporting requirements and year-end audit readiness.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or FP&A.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and core financial reporting practices.
• Hands-on experience with month-end close activities, including bank reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, and account reclassifications.
• Ability to prepare financial statements and support balance sheet reconciliations for corporate entities.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting systems and enterprise finance tools is an asset.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams while also working independently.
• Experience in the real estate or property industry and progress toward an accounting or finance designation are considered strong assets.
