Corporate Controller

Job Overview

We are a boutique asset and property management organization providing comprehensive financial, accounting, investment and property management services to a diversified portfolio of corporate entities and real estate assets.

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented and hands-on Corporate Controller to join our accounting department on a temporary or contract basis.

The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, support our existing accounting team, maintain accurate financial reporting, and assist senior management with budgeting, financial analysis and year-end audit preparation.

This position requires an individual who is comfortable working within a multi-entity corporate environment, can quickly become familiar with established accounting procedures, and is capable of independently managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Oversee and review accounting activities across multiple corporate entities and managed properties.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Review general ledger accounts, journal entries, bank reconciliations, accruals, intercompany transactions and supporting schedules.
• Monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow and other accounting functions.
• Identify discrepancies, resolve accounting issues and ensure appropriate financial controls are maintained.
• Support corporate accounting, property-level financial reporting and management reporting requirements.

Budgeting and Financial Analysis

• Assist with the preparation and review of annual operating budgets for corporate entities and managed properties.
• Analyze actual operating results against approved budgets and identify material variances.
• Support management with financial forecasts, cash flow analysis and financial reporting.
• Coordinate with property managers and senior management to ensure accurate financial information is incorporated into budgets and reports.

Year-End and Audit Coordination

• Coordinate and support annual financial statement preparation and external audit engagements.
• Prepare and review year-end working papers, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and tax advisors to address financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Assist in resolving audit queries and implementing appropriate accounting adjustments.

Accounting Operations and Team Support

• Provide guidance, supervision and technical support to the existing accounting team.
• Review accounting procedures and recommend practical improvements to internal controls and reporting processes.
• Oversee the accuracy and timely completion of applicable tax remittances, including Harmonized Sales Tax and payroll-related obligations.
• Ensure accounting records and documentation are organized, accurate and maintained in accordance with applicable standards.
• Work closely with senior management to address operational accounting matters and maintain continuity within the department.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including previous Controller, Assistant Controller or senior accounting management responsibilities.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations and internal controls.
• Experience working with multiple corporate entities, including intercompany accounting and consolidated or combined financial reporting, where applicable.
• Demonstrated experience preparing annual operating budgets and coordinating year-end financial statement audits.
• Experience in real estate, property management, asset management or a multi-entity corporate environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with property management accounting software such as Yardi is preferred.
• Familiarity with applicable Canadian financial reporting standards and corporate tax compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and adapt quickly to an established accounting environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with management, accounting staff and external professional advisors.

What We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates who have previously worked in a hands-on Controller capacity and can contribute immediately with minimal onboarding. We are also open to senior accountant roles who have tackled aspects of this role and are looking to move up to a Controller role.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with practical management experience, excellent attention to detail and a willingness to become directly involved in the accounting process when required.

This is an opportunity to work with an established asset and property management organization in a varied accounting environment.

Pay: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Experience using Yardi Accounting Software
• Experience in Residential/Commercial Real Estate

Experience:

• Controller or Senior Accounting : 7 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person