Finance Manager

Job DetailsDescriptionSchlegel Urban DevelopmentsSchlegel Urban Developments Corp. is a mid-sized Kitchener based real estate development and management company. The company is recognized for it’s master planned residential subdivision projects and unique commercial developments, the most prominent being the mixed-use Williamsburg Town Centre and Wallaceton Marketplace, the Bauer Marketplace in Waterloo and the St. Jacobs Market District, home to Canada’s largest year-round indoor/outdoor farmers’ market and the new Stockyards brewery and restaurant.A family-owned business, Schlegel Urban Developments is a hands on organization with a committed and talented team. We are looking for that right individual who is looking to combine their passion for accounting with an interest for real estate, development and property management to join our growing and highly effective accounting team.Finance ManagerReporting directly to the Controller, in this new role, the Finance Manager is responsible for the following:Develop, review and update policies and procedures for accounting cycleManage tenant files and ensure lease details accurately accounted for in accordance with accounting standardsManage annual operating cost reconciliation process with tenantsReview tenant ledgers to ensure charges/recoveries/deposits accurately postedRecord routine transactions (mortgage payments, recurring journal entries, amortization etc.)Support the Controller with month end and year end closing procedures including balance sheet reconciliationsSupport the Controller with construction financing draws for future construction and land development projectsSupport the Controller with monthly filings and payments for EHT, HST, WSIB, Corporate tax instalmentsReview general ledger monthly for accuracy and variance from budget and investigate variances for reasonablenessSupport the Controller with annual budgeting processPrepare various accounting reports and analysis as requiredSupport VP Leasing & Commercial Real Estate and property management staff in financial accounting mattersSupport reporting to external parties (banks, MPAC, CRA etc.)Provide guidance and leadership to accounts receivable/accounts payable staffExperience And Qualifications5+ years of experience in an accounting management roleCPA designation considered an assetProficient in Microsoft ExcelExperience with Yardi products an asset, but not required, on-site training will be availableProperty management experience an assetIndependent self-starter that enjoys a hands-on small team environmentExcels at demonstrating attention to detail and achieving accuracy while adhering to deadlines on a consistent basisExcellent communication and customer service skills, including tact, diplomacy and judgement to problem solve independently and in collaboration with other team membersScheduleMinimum 4 days in officeSalary$70,000 - $75,000, adjusted for experienceTo apply please send resume and cover letter to: careers@schlegelurban.comWe thank all interested candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.How Schlegel Urban Developments Supports Our Team MembersBenefitsCompany-matched RRSP contributionsFree & confidential access to our Employee Family Assistance ProgramPaid VacationSchlegel Urban Developments is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.#schlegeljobs #J-18808-Ljbffr