Well-established property development company with a commercial and residential rental portfolio seeking a detail-oriented and experienced individual for the position of Property Accountant. This job is a blend of accounting and property managing responsibilities. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, support-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Senior Accountant with respect to all in-house accounting responsibilities
- Handles all aspects of accounting with a focus on AR for property portfolio; timely rent collections and deposits, tenant account and property reconciliations, arrears collection, tenant notices, insurance expiry management, billings, chargebacks, required filings for tenant late payment and defaults;
- Lease and contract administration including renewals, offers and document preparation;
- On-going liaison for customers and vendors, dealing with issues and concerns in an efficient and timely manner; handle after-hour calls and address issues immediately if deemed an emergency
- Management of contractor/vendor activities, quotation analysis, and performance monitoring to ensure all services and transactions are to required regulations and standards;
- Maintains thorough electronic and paper filing systems and ensures proper documentation of all financial transactions;
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in property accounting and leasing in Ontario commercial rental property
- Proficient in Sage 50, Simply Accounting or Quickbooks
- Expert user of Microsoft Excel, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Excellent English communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, methodical, deadline- and detail-oriented
- Ability to work independently or as a team member and multi-task in a fast pace working environment
- Valid Ontario Driver License and has own vehicle
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Sage 50, Simply Accounting or Quickbooks: 2 years (required)
- Ontario rental property management: 3 years (preferred)
- Rental Property accounting: 3 years (preferred)
- Accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
