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Manager, Land Development Accounting

North York (In-office role)

$100k – $110k plus discretionary bonus and benefits

Our client, a leader in land development, is seeking a Manager, Land Development Accounting to join their team. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations for a diverse portfolio of land development projects, providing key insights and leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee accounting and financial operations for assigned portfolios, including land purchase and sales, cost recoveries, trial balance reviews, account reconciliations, and job costing.
  • Provide accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including variance and cost analysis for Senior Management and Project Managers.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed project budgets in collaboration with Project Managers and the Finance Team, focusing on construction costs and fee analysis.
  • Monitor and manage cash flow for development projects, including cash flow forecasting, funding draws, and loan utilization.
  • Review invoices, manage change order processing, and oversee invoice coding.
  • Prepare and reconcile internal and external loans, including interest calculations.
  • Supervise and provide oversight to the land development accounting team.
  • Assist in year-end financial statement preparation in compliance with accounting principles and audits.
  • Document and maintain accurate financial transaction records.
  • Lead ad hoc projects and analyses to support company objectives.

Requirements:

  • CPA designation
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting.
  • Several years of experience in full-cycle accounting within land development or property accounting.
  • Proficiency in cash flow analysis, budgeting, and understanding joint business arrangements (e.g., JVs, partnerships).
  • Strong problem-solving skills with attention to operational and financial impacts.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

 

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please email your resume to [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

Junior Accountant
North York (In-office role)
$60k – $70k plus discretionary bonus and benefits

Our client, a leader in land development, is looking for a Junior Accountant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone highly motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will take on accounting tasks for a diverse portfolio of land development projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and manage accounts payable for multiple entities.
  • Track and reconcile lot discharges, house closings, and loan balances with external statements.
  • Set up and maintain accounts receivable invoices and process internal and external cash calls.
  • Reconcile intercompany accounts and create/post journal entries.
  • Prepare HST returns (monthly, quarterly, or annually).
  • Manage and reconcile letters of credit for all projects.
  • Maintain accounting records in compliance with Canadian GAAP and company policies.
  • Support auditors with accurate and timely documentation.
  • Participate in special projects and back charge processing.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting; CPA designation or equivalent is an asset.
  • 1-2+ years of experience in accounting
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please email your resume to [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

 

EVP, Finance & Administration
Toronto | In-office | Real Estate
$220,000-$240,000 base plus 30% bonus and future LTIP

We are recruiting an Executive Vice President, Finance & Administration for a growing real estate investment company in Toronto. This is a newly created role, reporting directly to the CEO, and will be a key player in shaping the company’s financial and operational strategy as it scales.

The company specializes in acquiring and managing properties across Canada and the U.S. With strong financial backing and a growing portfolio, they are now building out their internal finance and administrative functions. The EVP will be responsible for establishing financial infrastructure, implementing systems and processes, and transitioning away from a third-party service agreement. The role will also oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, tax, treasury, risk management, IT, HR, and office operations.

In the near term, priorities will include:

  • Setting up financial systems and processes to support growth.
  • Managing the transition away from a third-party finance provider before their contract ends in 2025.
  • Refinancing a bridge loan as part of the company’s financial strategy.
  • Building relationships with external advisors, auditors, and lenders to ensure compliance and efficiency.

As the company scales, the EVP will play a strategic role in:

  • Supporting acquisitions and optimizing assets for long-term value.
  • Developing and implementing key financial metrics and KPIs to guide decision-making.
  • Providing financial leadership to the board and investors, ensuring transparency and strong governance.
  • Building and leading a high-performing finance team to support the company’s growth.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a proven finance leader with experience in real estate, asset management, or other recurring revenue business models. They should have a track record of scaling a finance function, leading financial strategy, and working closely with investors and boards. Strong analytical skills, business acumen, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution are essential.

Qualifications

  • CPA designation required
  • Experience in real estate, asset management, or private equity-backed companies is highly desirable.
  • Strong background in financial reporting, FP&A, treasury, and tax.
  • Experience with process automation and financial system implementation is a plus.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Fluent French speakers will be prioritized.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now by sending your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Accounts Payable Administrator
Located Downtown Toronto (3-4 days a week in office)
Salary between $60k – $70k plus discretionary bonus and benefits

Our client is a Toronto-based real estate development company and they are looking for an AP Administrator to join the team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity of learning and growth with an innovative developer and comes with perks such as hybrid work set-up, collaborative work environment, great work/life balance and benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Receive and sort invoices, check invoices for accuracy and code invoices, and post invoices in     accounting system
  • Prepare for cheque and electronic payments
  • Prepare monthly HST reports
  • Reconcile accounts payable transactions
  • Check batch list at month end to ensure invoices are entered correctly and resolve discrepancies
  • Subcontract invoices – check accuracy of each progress billings – contract value, previously billed, and holdback matches to our records. Review invoice package for documents required under each contract
  • Reconcile vendor accounts including subcontractors’ final settlement at the end of project and holdback reconciliations
  • Main contact for vendor inquiries
  • Maintain tracking for invoices that are on hold
  • Banking duties, deposits and administrative duties as required

Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of previous experience – experience within the real estate field is preferred
  • Must be able to do 3-4 days a week in the downtown Toronto office
  • Experience using Yardi voyager is an asset
  • Strong communication skills

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please email your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Corporate Controller
Downtown Toronto, Ontario – hybrid
$130,000-$150,000 base plus bonus and benefits

Our client is a growing diversified real estate company in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

This established company has been in business for more than 20 years and continues to grow with a number of exciting projects coming up. The CFO is looking for a Corporate Controller to join the team working in the corporate office, located in Toronto, Ontario. The Corporate Controller will lead the corporate accounting and financial reporting functions of the department. You will manage the accounting and control functions and report results of operations ensuring compliance with IFRS standards.

In this role you will supervise an experienced team of 5 individuals, while having the full support of an excellent and experienced CFO. Accounting is not just seen as a back-office cost in this company, you are well-respected and lead on a number of special projects and initiatives. Ideally you will come with at least a few recent years in real estate and have supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to all investor questions, information requests, ad hoc reporting requirements on a timely basis
  • Oversee the preparation of quarterly financial statements and annual audited financial statements for each fund or segregated mandate
  • Prepare quarterly cash flow updates for the funds and segregated mandates.
  • Ensure development and construction budgets are updated quarterly within the accounting system along with approved PO, contracts and change orders
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual corporate accounting and financial reporting
  • Maintain internal controls over invoice entry, approval and ultimately payment to vendors.
  • Review and comment on quarterly project cash flows providing insight into financial costs such as interest, insurance, property taxes, cash flows, etc.
  • Prepare and present the annual budget for the management company
  • Re-forecast the annual budget quarterly, investigate all actual to forecasted variances
  • Prepare timely distributions to the Partners
  • Manage and maintain the company’s fee schedule ensuring all fees are charged on a timely basis
  • Manage a team of accountants and accounts payable coordinators

Requirements

  • College diploma or University degree coupled with the CPA completed
  • 8+ years of accounting experience
  • Working knowledge and understanding of the real estate sector
  • Working knowledge of inter-company accounting
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
  • Hands-on approach to accounting and management

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Director of Mortgage Underwriting and Portfolio Management

Toronto, ON – hybrid

High paying with great benefits/bonus

Are you a driven, detail-oriented professional with a passion for commercial mortgage underwriting? We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Director, Underwriting to join a fast-paced and entrepreneurial team and supervise three underwriters. If you’re ready to lead and thrive in a high-energy environment, this role could be your perfect match.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Managing and developing the Underwriting & Portfolio Management team, including training new hires.
  • Overseeing the underwriting and funding process.
  • Managing resource allocation and prioritizing deals.
  • Ensuring the timely submission of loan applications and funding documents to institutional and private investors.
  • Performing quality control on all loan applications and fundings (you’ll be the second signature).
  • Conducting thorough risk assessments and ensuring consistency.
  • Acting as a key contact for investors, addressing questions, and ensuring timely loan adjudication and funding.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with institutional and private investors.
  • Staying up to date with industry knowledge, competition, and market trends.
  • Collaborating closely with support staff and the executive team.

 

What You’ll Bring to the Table:

  • A post-secondary degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or Finance, with a focus on Real Estate or Land Development.
  • 5+ years of related experience in the real estate lending industry.
  • Management and supervision experience required.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with acute attention to detail.
  • Proven leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

 

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now by sending your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Senior IT Procurement Manager
Mississauga (Hybrid)
$130,000 – $140,000 (plus bonus benefits)

This Financial Services company is seeking a motivated Senior Procurement Manager to drive IT Procurement forward within the organization.  They are seeking a consultative professional who can advise the business on gaining the best value on their software contracts, while also mitigating risk.  They are looking for a dynamic leader, to strategically lead the sourcing categories, while driving the team forward and instilling greater performance and values within the department

As the ideal candidate, you will have a strong IT background with experience of negotiating Software (Enterprise and SaaS) agreements, Cloud contracts and hardware purchases.  You will also have strong leadership experience, with proven examples of delivering change within your department.

If you are an IT Sourcing Professional looking for a new role with a chance to make a difference and advance your career, this could be opportunity for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 6+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Software Category experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Strong management experience

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Manager, Investment and Corporate Accounting
Markham, ON – onsite
$100,000-$120,000 base plus discretionary bonus and great benefits

Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for investment and corporate accounting? This is your chance to join our client which is a growing family office, working closely with the executives and owners to oversee critical financial operations and lead tax and compliance strategies for their diverse portfolio.

The Role

As the Manager, Investment and Corporate Accounting, you will report to the Director of Finance and play a pivotal role in managing the accounting for the Group’s family office investments and corporate entities. This position requires a highly organized professional with strong technical expertise in investment and corporate accounting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee accounting for the Group’s investment portfolio, including publicly traded securities, derivatives, venture capital, and private equity fund investments across Canada, the US, and globally.
  • Ensure the accurate and timely recording of investment transactions, including capital calls and distributions for private equity funds.
  • Prepare and maintain monthly investment tracking reports.
  • Reconcile accounting records with external investment statements, capital account statements, and transaction histories.
  • Monitor cash positions in brokerage accounts and lines of credit to ensure optimal cash management.
  • Lead tax compliance, reporting, and planning for the investment portfolio in collaboration with external advisors, ensuring compliance with Canadian and US regulations.
  • Assist in preparing and reviewing month-end closings and financial statements for the Group’s corporate entities.
  • Support tax compliance efforts, including the preparation and/or review of corporate tax returns and filings.
  • Collaborate with external accountants to ensure timely completion of year-end audits, serving as the primary liaison for specific corporate entities.
  • Handle ad-hoc tasks and projects as required.

About You

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA designation preferred; CFA (or in progress) is an asset.
  • Experience: Minimum of 4-5 years’ experience with a solid understanding of private equity investments and their tax implications.
  • Skills: Proficiency in Excel with a proven ability to develop templates and models, along with excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable collaborating with internal teams and external advisors.

Why Join this company?

This is more than just a role; it’s an opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization while developing your expertise in investment and corporate accounting. You’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment that values innovation and excellence.

Interested? If this sounds like the right fit for you, please apply now to Casey La Russa.

Procurement Director – Financial Services
Downtown Toronto
$140,000 – $150,000 + Package

This exciting Financial Services organization is recruiting for a Procurement Director to lead their small team of Indirect Procurement Managers. The team is responsible for leading the companies Procurement spend in IT, Facilities, Marketing and Professional Services.  This is a bright, motivated team who needs a strong leader to coach and develop their careers.  Your team’s duties include Strategic Sourcing, Vendor/Contract Management and OSFI Third Party Risk Governance.

As the ideal candidate you will have a strong indirect procurement background, ideally from a Financial Services or similar industry background.  You will have a broad category background.  

This is a strong employer, which offers a positive work environment.  There are opportunities for growth and develop to VP level in the next few years.

If you are looking for a dynamic environment with a growth opportunities to the next level, please apply.  

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 8+ years’ Procurement experience
  • 4 years’ Management experience
  • A strong Indirect Category Background
  • Exceptional communication skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

 

Commercial Real Estate Financing Associate
Location: Vancouver, BC or Calgary, AB
Compensation: Competitive base salary plus uncapped commissions and excellent benefits

Are you ready to take your career in commercial real estate finance to the next level? We’re hiring an Associate, Commercial Real Estate Financing to join our dynamic client in Vancouver or Calgary. The office is fully hybrid and will offer unparalleled growth opportunities because the company is focused on Western Canadian expansion and is allocating 50% of its marketing budget to these two provinces (Alberta and BC). This is a role that offers the chance to work on diverse, high-impact transactions while building strong relationships across the real estate industry.

This is a role where you can join at the senior analyst / associate level and within several years move your way up within originations to have your own book of business and be earning $400K+ per year, $600K+ for top performers. Apply now!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and structure competitive transactions for various mortgage product types, including land loans, construction loans, servicing loans, inventory loans, and term loans.
  • Collaborate with the origination team to prepare high-quality Term Sheets/Deal Summaries for credit and investor approval, contributing to overall profitability.
  • Assist in preparing and issuing Letters of Intent and internal credit applications for new financing opportunities.
  • Build relationships with borrowers, understanding their needs, and ensuring timely, superior customer service to meet funding deadlines.
  • Work closely with underwriting and portfolio management teams to ensure accurate Term Sheets/Deal Summaries for funding transactions.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and proactively identify opportunities for growth and development.
  • Represent the company at industry events, collecting market intelligence and networking to establish a strong brand presence.
  • Conduct research to support market and new client pursuits.

Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and underwriting skills with a focus on real estate finance.
  • Knowledge of various mortgage products and commercial real estate transactions.
  • Preference will be given to individuals with a competitive sports background, but is not mandatory.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proficiency in financial modeling and quantitative analysis.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.