Manager of Accounting

10 hours ago


Montreal, Quebec, Canada Praestan Capital Full time

Company Description

Praestan Capital is a founder-led real estate investment firm specializing in acquiring, repositioning, and managing multi-residential properties in Québec and Ontario. The company focuses on disciplined execution, operational improvement, and preserving capital while creating long-term value. Targeting value-add opportunities within the 20–100 unit range, Praestan Capital combines hands-on management and strategic capital planning to enhance property performance. The firm collaborates with property owners, brokers, lenders, and investment partners who align with its long-term, risk-conscious approach.

Role Description

We're looking for a hands-on accounting and operations leader to join our growing team and take full ownership of the financial and administrative engine behind our portfolio. The Manager of Accounting & Operations will serve as the operational backbone of the company, owning bookkeeping, payroll, office management, and team coordination. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced real estate environment.

Location:
Montreal, QC (Hybrid)
Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
competitive (based on experience)

Core Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

  • Manage full-cycle bookkeeping across all company entities
  • Process accounts payable and receivable, including rent collection reconciliation
  • Prepare monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations, and variance reports
  • Coordinate with external accountant for tax filings, year-end closings, and audit preparation
  • Manage expense tracking, compliance, and audit-ready financial records

Payroll & HR Administration

  • Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees including property management staff
  • Administer employee benefits, deductions, and remittances (CNESST, source deductions, etc.)
  • Maintain employee files, vacation accruals, leave requests, and onboarding/offboarding documentation
  • Track mileage reporting and expense reimbursement submissions for compliance

Office & Operations Management

  • Oversee day-to-day office operations, vendor relationships, and subscriptions
  • Coordinate team schedules, meetings, and internal communications
  • Support CEO with calendar management, investor correspondence, and administrative tasks
  • Maintain and improve internal systems and workflows (ticketing, CRM, document management)
  • Serve as point of contact for insurance renewals, corporate filings, and acquisition support documentation

Qualifications

Required

  • 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or office/operations management
  • Strong proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent)
  • Experience processing payroll and managing source deductions in Quebec
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Bilingual: fluent in French and English (oral and written)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Preferred

  • Experience in real estate, property management, or asset management
  • Familiarity with CRM systems, ticketing platforms, and project management tools
  • College diploma or degree in accounting, business administration, or related field
  • Knowledge of Quebec labour standards and CNESST requirements

What We Offer

  • Direct exposure to real estate deal flow, acquisitions, and investor relations
  • High-impact role with real ownership — you'll build and run the systems, not just follow them
  • Small, collaborative team with a founder who's hands-on and accessible
  • Growth trajectory as the portfolio scales across Quebec and Ontario
  • Competitive salary with flexibility on hybrid work arrangement

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Description de l'entreprise

Praestan Capital est une firme d'investissement immobilier fondée par son dirigeant, spécialisée dans l'acquisition, le repositionnement et la gestion d'immeubles multirésidentiels au Québec et en Ontario. L'entreprise mise sur une exécution rigoureuse, l'amélioration opérationnelle et la préservation du capital, tout en créant de la valeur à long terme. Ciblant des opportunités à valeur ajoutée dans le segment de 20 à 100 logements, Praestan Capital combine une gestion terrain et une planification stratégique du capital pour optimiser la performance des immeubles. La firme collabore avec des propriétaires, courtiers, prêteurs et partenaires d'investissement qui partagent son approche prudente et axée sur le long terme.

Description du poste

Nous recherchons un(e) leader en comptabilité et opérations, prêt(e) à prendre en charge l'ensemble du moteur financier et administratif derrière notre portefeuille. Le/La Gestionnaire, Comptabilité et Opérations sera le pilier opérationnel de l'entreprise, responsable de la tenue de livres, de la paie, de la gestion de bureau et de la coordination d'équipe. Le/La candidat(e) idéal(e) est rigoureux(se), orienté(e) vers les systèmes et à l'aise dans un environnement immobilier au rythme soutenu.

Lieu : Montréal, QC (Hybride) | Type : Temps plein, permanent | Salaire : compétitif (selon l'expérience)

Responsabilités principales

Comptabilité et tenue de livres

  • Gérer la tenue de livres complète pour l'ensemble des entités de l'entreprise
  • Traiter les comptes payables et recevables, incluant le rapprochement de la perception des loyers
  • Préparer les états financiers mensuels, les rapprochements bancaires et les rapports d'écarts
  • Coordonner avec le comptable externe pour les déclarations fiscales, les clôtures de fin d'année et la préparation aux audits
  • Assurer le suivi des dépenses, la conformité et le maintien de dossiers financiers prêts pour vérification

Paie et administration RH

  • Traiter la paie bimensuelle pour l'ensemble des employés, y compris le personnel de gestion immobilière
  • Administrer les avantages sociaux, les retenues et les remises (CNESST, retenues à la source, etc.)
  • Tenir à jour les dossiers des employés, les cumuls de vacances, les demandes de congé et la documentation d'intégration/départ
  • Assurer le suivi des rapports de kilométrage et des demandes de remboursement de dépenses

Gestion de bureau et des opérations

  • Superviser les opérations quotidiennes du bureau, les relations avec les fournisseurs et les abonnements
  • Coordonner les horaires d'équipe, les réunions et les communications internes
  • Soutenir le PDG dans la gestion de l'agenda, la correspondance avec les investisseurs et les tâches administratives
  • Maintenir et améliorer les systèmes et processus internes (billetterie, CRM, gestion documentaire)
  • Agir comme point de contact pour les renouvellements d'assurance, les dépôts corporatifs et la documentation de soutien aux acquisitions

Qualifications

Requises

  • 3+ années d'expérience en tenue de livres, comptabilité ou gestion de bureau/opérations
  • Maîtrise des logiciels comptables (QuickBooks, Sage ou équivalent)
  • Expérience en traitement de la paie et gestion des retenues à la source au Québec
  • Grande capacité d'organisation, souci du détail et aptitude à gérer plusieurs priorités simultanément
  • Bilingue : maîtrise du français et de l'anglais (oral et écrit)
  • Maîtrise de Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Atouts

  • Expérience en immobilier, gestion immobilière ou gestion d'actifs
  • Connaissance des systèmes CRM, plateformes de billetterie et outils de gestion de projets
  • Diplôme collégial ou universitaire en comptabilité, administration des affaires ou domaine connexe
  • Connaissance des normes du travail du Québec et des exigences de la CNESST

Ce que nous offrons

  • Exposition directe au flux de transactions immobilières, aux acquisitions et aux relations avec les investisseurs
  • Un rôle à fort impact avec une véritable prise en charge — vous bâtirez et dirigerez les systèmes, pas seulement les suivre
  • Une petite équipe collaborative avec un fondateur impliqué et accessible
  • Des perspectives de croissance à mesure que le portefeuille s'étend au Québec et en Ontario
  • Salaire compétitif avec flexibilité sur le travail hybride

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