We are looking for a Senior GL Accountant to support property accounting operations for a services environment in Toronto, Ontario. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited to an accounting specialist who can manage general ledger activities, produce accurate financial reporting, and work effectively in a fast-paced, onsite setting. The role focuses on maintaining reliable financial records for commercial properties while contributing to month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables. This assignment is expected to run for 6 months, with the possibility of extension.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to accounting-related inquiries for commercial property portfolios and provide clear explanations of financial reports and account activity.

• Prepare financial statements and supporting reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and other recurring accounting schedules.

• Review variances across accounts and reporting packages, identify unusual trends, and provide recommendations related to reserves, assets, spending, forecasting, and budget performance.

• Administer billing records and accounts receivable reconciliations to help ensure accurate tracking of amounts charged and collected.

• Complete month-end journal entries, calculate recoveries and management fees, and reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank activity, and general ledger postings.

• Produce tenant invoicing and year-end recovery reconciliations with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines.

• Assist with audits by preparing required schedules, responding to requests, and supporting the review of financial statements.

• Generate monthly reporting packages for internal and client use while following established accounting procedures and service standards.

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by communicating clearly, confirming understanding, and meeting deliverables within tight timelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and practical experience will also be considered.

• Up to 3 years of relevant accounting experience, ideally involving general ledger support, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, along with working knowledge of Word and Outlook.

• Experience with Yardi is considered an asset.

• Solid numerical ability, including confidence with percentages, allocations, and other finance-related calculations.

• Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures, analyze information, and make sound judgments under deadline pressure.

• Well-developed organizational skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a strong sense of accountability.

• Progress toward an accounting designation is considered an asset.

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