Real Estate Accountant (12-Month Contract)

GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. We believe in generating value by creating vibrant, sustainable communities that engage, excite, and inspire. Our people live our values through the work they do and the results they deliver. Our core values are keeping our word, working better together and embracing diversity.

The Real Estate Accountant is responsible for the accounting, financial reporting, and analysis of a national portfolio of multi-residential properties across Canada. This portfolio includes purpose-built rental communities and residential assets located in multiple regions and markets nationwide. Real Estate Accountants work closely and collaboratively with property management, asset management, operations, development, and finance teams to support the financial performance and strategic objectives of the portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monthly maintenance of the general ledger
• Monthly calculation of cash calls and distributions, where required.
• Co-ordinate and prepare full year estimates and annual operating budgets.
• Prepare year-end working paper files for external audits, where required.
• Calculate and process final recovery invoices
• Monthly recoveries calculation
• Complete month end and distribute reports, include client reporting and external appraisal packages
• Review tenant lease maintenance, including operating charges, updating future year prebills, and future year rental payment schedules
• Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliation, leasing reports and capital status reporting
• Monthly variance explanation between actual results and budget

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting
• 1-3 years full-cycle accounting experience
• Accounting designation or enrolment in post-degree/diploma accounting designation program preferred
• Understanding of full cycle accounting, including month-end accruals, budgeting, forecasting, and year end audits
• Contract/lease interpretation skills
• Advanced Excel skills – adept with complex formulas, Pivot Tables, and macro construction and maintenance
• Highly proficient in Teams, Outlook, and Word
• Detail‑oriented and analytical self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and a curiosity for investigating anomalies
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, process‑driven, deadline‑oriented environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships

The base salary for this position is between $56,000.00 to $84,000.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 3 weeks of vacation per year
• 3 paid personal days per year
• Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
• Eligible to participate in our annual performance based bonus program
• A comprehensive health benefits plan that supports you and your family
• Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
• Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Many social and team events!

Our Business
Learn more about our commercial and residential businesses, our values, and careers at GWLRA.

Our Commitment to Diversity
GWL Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.

GWL Realty Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to GWL Realty Advisors, directly or indirectly, will be considered GWL Realty Advisors property. GWL Realty Advisors will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.