Job #5124 – Be part of something bigger, where exciting real estate projects meet a close-knit team and a culture that values both professional growth and work-life balance. This Ottawa-based company is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support financial reporting, analysis, forecasting, and internal controls across a growing, multi-entity real estate investment and development business. Reporting to a supportive Director of Finance who is committed to mentorship, this role offers an exciting opportunity to strengthen accounting processes, contribute to financial decision-making, and expand your experience across a diverse and evolving organization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, proactive self-starter who takes initiative, communicates with confidence, and brings a calm, polished, and professional approach to their work, with a strong mindset for process improvement and operational efficiency. The main responsibilities of the role will be:
- Manage month-end and year-end closing, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany transactions.
- Prepare bank reconciliations, maintain accurate general ledger accounts, and manage intercompany balances and payments.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, financial reports, and account and job cost analyses.
- Maintain up-to-date work-in-progress reports, track fixed assets, and calculate depreciation.
- Develop and maintain accounting systems, internal controls, and reporting procedures.
- Ensure tax and regulatory compliance, support audits, and assist with training other accounting staff as needed.
Join this forward-thinking Canadian real estate development firm and be part of a growing team with ambitious plans in Ottawa and the surrounding region. Apply today to help build a lasting impact!
Qualifications:
The main qualifications for this role include:
- Completed CPA designation or in progress is preferred
- Post-secondary education in finance and/or accounting
- Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Previous experience in real estate, construction or high-tech is a strong asset
- Advanced proficiency in Excel
- Excellent English communication skills
How You Will Be Rewarded:
- $85,000 – $100,000 salary range
- Generous bonus potential
- 3 weeks’ vacation plus Christmas shutdown
- Excellent benefits package
- Hybrid work set-up with flexibility to work from home on Fridays
- Potential to participate in an employee share ownership plan
- Free parking
Location: Ottawa
Internal Job ID#: 5124
Recruiter Name: Paul Stevenson
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