Senior Accountant

2 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Bay Street Staffing Full-time

The Opportunity As Senior Accountant, you will manage a portfolio of legal entities and real estate investment structures while supporting the ongoing financial operations of a sophisticated and diversified business group.

About the Role

You will have responsibility for financial reporting, investment accounting, tax support, project analysis, treasury functions, and ownership reporting across a broad range of entities and developments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform full-cycle accounting for an assigned portfolio of companies and projects
  • Prepare reconciliations, working papers, year-end files, and draft financial statements
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance across a large portfolio of development and investment projects
  • Maintain and update project and investment information within the ERP system
  • Perform investment and joint venture reconciliations using the equity method of accounting
  • Support corporate tax compliance processes and preparation of tax schedules
  • Assist with personal and trust tax reporting requirements
  • Monitor cash flow and funding requirements across multiple entities
  • Maintain investment schedules and support treasury-related activities
  • Partner with project and business leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis
  • Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
  • 4-7 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting, corporate taxation, HST, and payroll
  • Experience within real estate, development, investments, construction, or related industries is an asset
  • Advanced Excel capabilities and strong analytical skills
  • Experience with SAAP concur, NetSuite, oracle, JD edwards or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is considered an asset
  • Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Pay range and compensation package

  • Competitive base salary and will commiserate with experience and right attitude
  • RRSP and pension matching programs
  • Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization