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Senior Analyst – Development Finance
Toronto, ON – Hybrid
$90,000-$110,000 base plus bonus and great benefits

Our client is a very active and growing real estate private equity group with a brand-new real estate development division. Reporting to the EVP, the senior analyst will help grow the company’s AUM and likely expand beyond their current focus of residential real estate development. You will be a pivotal piece for the continued growth of their platform.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with evaluating new real estate opportunities including completing scenario and sensitivity analysis.
• Create detailed cash flow projections of new development opportunities as well as reforecast cash flow projections for projects under development.
• Support the due diligence process, including review and research of leases and other legal agreements, municipal fees and levies, development costs and other information that impact the capital investment decision.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders from various disciplines such as Development and Planning, Sales and Marketing, Construction, Engineering, Legal, Accounting, Property Management, etc. to understand and integrate expected revenue and development costs assumptions within financial models.
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of business cases to the senior management team including identifying risks and risk-mitigating strategies to achieve corporate objectives.
• Provide support in the creation and implementation of standard processes and procedures as they relate to financial monitoring and reporting for internal reporting as well as external reporting to partners and lenders.
• Ensure all Leasing, Sales, Accounting and Construction reports reflecting expected revenue, costs incurred, statutory holdbacks, deposits and recoveries are accurately reflected in regular proforma updates with variance reports detailing changes to project proformas.
• Review plans, development schedules and construction schedules for new and existing developments and reflect revisions to plans and schedules in proforma as directed.
• Monitor financial performance and project timelines and advise of variances and their impact to approved as well as anchor business plans.
• Become familiar with project financing arrangements for existing projects and assist in the preparation of financing packages for ongoing submissions to lenders.
• Assist in the preparation of look-back analysis for projects at or nearing completion.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of existing real estate assets under management.
• Assist in the creation of business cases and/or recommendations that maximize the value of assets.
• Assist in the preparation of financing packages for submission and ongoing reporting to lenders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business/commerce, real estate, or a related discipline with a strong academic record.
• Minimum one to two years professional work experience within the Real Estate Development
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels within, as well as outside the organization.
• Detail oriented and responsible individual with a proven track record of taking ownership.
• High level of proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

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

Director of Finance
Downtown Toronto – ON – Hybrid
Competitive salary plus 40-75% bonus and 6 weeks off

We’re seeking an experienced Director of Finance to join a dynamic Toronto-based client. This role is pivotal in overseeing the financial reporting processes – monthly, quarterly, and annually – for the Core Accounting team. You’ll support operations, including acquisitions and dispositions, and play an integral role in working cross-functionally with senior leadership, investment, asset management, and property finance teams.

If you’re passionate about leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, this role is tailored for you. We’re looking for a solutions-oriented, accountable team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys mentoring and building cohesive teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting deliverables, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and ASPE compliance for a portfolio of funds.
• Review and verify monthly forecasts to maintain compliance with covenants, manage liquidity, and provide accurate projections for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Oversee the quarterly board reporting process, ensuring all inputs are accurate for board presentations.
• Manage quarterly compliance reporting to lenders.
• Direct the annual budget process, validating the accuracy and reasonableness of all assumptions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the annual audit.
• Oversee investor transactions, including capital calls, returns, preferred returns, and gain distributions.
• Address investor inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Lead and mentor a team of four, providing guidance and fostering professional growth.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance or Business; CPA designation required.
• Real estate experience is a major plus.
• 8+ years of experience
• Supervisory experience
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Preference will be given to individuals with prior audit firm experience
• A collaborative team player with high ethical standards and integrity.

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.

Corporate Controller

Markham, Ontario

$100,000-$115,000 base plus bonus, excellent benefits, and vacation

Our client is a growing Real Estate company in Markham, ON. This company offers great work/life balance and one day work-from-home every week. They are looking for an experienced accounting manager or controller who comes with consolidated financial reporting experience. Ideally you will either have some experience in the hospitality or retail industries. This is a newly created role, reporting to the Vice President and will lead monthly and quarterly reporting along with forecasting and budgeting.

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and quarterly management reporting by asset
• Manage quarterly forecasting and yearly budget process
• Prepare year-end financial statements for annual review and NTR statements
• Aid in cash flow forecasting
• Supervise and coach a team of operational accountants
• Identify opportunities to improve current workflow processes and internal controls including implementation
• Full and accurate preparation of the monthly/quarterly financial statement identifying and providing guidance on any variances from budget in the preparation of detailed year end working paper files for audit or review purposes
• Ensure effective management of leases and professional cash flow and asset management working to procedures and standards laid down by company policy
• Ensure timely and accurate conversion of various systems
• Ad-hoc special projects

Requirements:

• CPA Certification
• 6-8 years of experience
• Strong EXCEL skills and great communication skills
• Ideally some supervisory experience

Apply Now

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

Director of Capital Markets

Toronto, ON – Hybrid

Very competitive compensation package including base, bonus, and extras

Our client is a growth oriented, Toronto based real estate investment and asset management firm primarily focused on larger scale commercial and residential projects in the Greater Toronto Area.

The Director of Capital Markets is a newly created role and will be an important role in the Company’s platform growth including fund raising, corporate development and product development. This is a broad role with significant responsibility, well suited to an individual with significant fund raising and client management experience, now looking to apply it in a hands-on, entrepreneurial and platform building environment. The company is seeking an individual who can leverage their pre-existing institutional and private client relationships to lead the capital raising initiatives.

With established expertise in capital raising and investment structuring, the incoming Director of Capital Markets will be an instrumental figure in establishing fundraising channels for the various investment mandates being undertaken by our client.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and current investors, with a focus on Institutional and Family Office segments.
• Maintain technical knowledge of the company’s offerings to provide the best solutions for investors.
• Clearly communicate the offerings and assist investors with due diligence questions and investor subscription process, where appropriate from a legal and regulatory perspective.
• Use CRM software to track business development efforts and progress achieved.
• Assist in marketing efforts such as creating investor presentations, webinars, and educational materials.
• Assist in structuring and successfully launching new investment mandates for the investors.
• Establish, maintain, and engage with industry relationships including advisors, lenders, brokers, legal counsel, and accountants.

Qualifications & Experience

• +8 years of investment sales experience, with a proven track record in developing and growing Assets Under Management.
• Intimate understanding of financial products that serve the interests of institutional and high-net-worth investors.
• Experience with CRM systems that are specific to capital raising/investor relations functions.
• Experience in the Retail/Financial Advisory Channel is a plus.
• A self-starter who can manage individual responsibilities and maintain overall awareness of management priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

Our client is passionate about investing, community building, and the collective success of the team and their partners. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience.  Please apply now if you are interested. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. Send your resume to [email protected]

Director of Finance
Toronto, Ontario – Hybrid
$150,000-$180,000 Base Plus 30% Bonus, Excellent Benefits & Vacation

Join a leading real estate company dedicated to excellence in their multiple service lines. We are seeking an individual either at Sr. Manager or Director Finance level who wants to join a fast-growing and dynamic real estate platform. The company’s AUM has grown by 7 times over the past 5 years. The Director of Finance will be instrumental to lead the finance and accounting team and provide strategic oversight to the company’s financial operations. If you are ambitious and want to take the CFO’s role within the next five years, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Oversee hands-on MD&A (Management Discussion & Analysis) preparation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes, delivering insights to drive business performance.
• Coordinate quarterly financial reporting in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes and timely year-end reporting.
• Manage relationships with third-party stakeholders, ensuring alignment with financial goals and contractual obligations.
• Supervise the day-to-day transactional accounting duties for the team of five accountants.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting.
• Other ad-hoc duties not listed.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation with 7+ years of progressive experience in finance, preferably in real estate.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Previous audit firm experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience working with external auditors and handling year-end reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal 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.

Chief Financial Officer

Oakville, Ontario (On-site)

$175,000-$250,000 and excellent benefits

Posted on November 16, 2022.

Our client is a construction and real estate company based in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. They are looking for an experienced CFO or VP Finance to join the team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a team of hardworking individuals through a growing phase and take on some of the accounting ownership to help in delivering results.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the entire accounting department and functions across the company in Ontario and as they expand across the country. This opportunity will provide a fulfilling experience in playing a pivotal role in the company’s long-term success.

In the role, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Ensure all company day-to-day accounting functions are handled and overseen
• Develop and maintain implementation of financial policies, procedures, and systems
• Preparation of financial statements, summaries, project costing, financial analyses and management reports
• Assist with the co-ordination of financial planning and budget processes
• Evaluate procedures and offer recommendations to improve processes and systems to senior leaders
• Notify trends to senior management critical to financial performance
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual accounting records in an accurate and timely manner
• Assist with ad-hoc financial duties
• Assist with year-end audit and communicate with external firms
• Handle quarterly inventory counts
• Develop the growth and progression of team
• Work closely with digital software and learn new information systems

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in a previous CFO/VP Finance/Director/Controller role
• Experience in the construction or real estate industry
• CPA designation is mandatory
• Ability to present financial information to stakeholders in a professional manner
• Must be able to work in office 5 times a week in Oakville
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to inspire a team
• Strong communication skills

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to [email protected]

Senior Project Accountant

Downtown Toronto – hybrid role (flexible work culture)

$90,000 – $95,000 base plus bonus

Posted on August 25, 2022.

Our client is one of Canada’s leading developers known for their widely recognized high-design urban developments in North America. They are looking for a Senior Project Accountant to join the team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work for an organization that delivers a flexible work culture – both with days in the office and start/end time.

The successful candidate will be a responsible for the project reporting and accounting of high-rise residential communities in Mississauga, but the head office is in downtown Toronto (short walk from Union). You should come with previous or current experience working in a similar role.

In the role, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Overseeing the full accounting cycle for all projects
• Ensure maintenance of financial records and accounting reports
• Update AP/AR entries and ensure accounting system is updated with the properly coded invoices/sales
• Preparation and submission of financial monthly draws
• Communicate with development team to ensure costs are in line with budget
• Review cash flow activities
• Assisting with audits and year-end working files
• Communicate with project managers to have workflow done in a timely manner
• Analysis and other reconciliations
• Preparation of interim and also the final closing statements

Requirements:

• 3+ years in a full-cycle real estate accounting position
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Impeccable communication and relationship building skills – both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain professionalism and have a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work independently with a self-starter attitude

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to [email protected]

Manager of Corporate Accounting

Downtown Toronto – hybrid role

$100,000 – $110,000 base plus bonus and generous benefits

Posted on August 24, 2022.

Our client is a purpose-based organization that develops residential properties in North America. They are looking for a Manager of Corporate Accounting to join the team on a full-time basis. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work for an organization that delivers a significant social impact to communities across Canada.

The successful candidate will be a responsible for the oversight of corporate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and treasury. You should come with previous or current experience working in an accounting firm.

In the role, you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Supporting projects surrounding the corporate accounting and development accounting
• Key lead in quarterly and annually budgeting and forecasting
• Handle treasury functions
• Prepare quarterly board reports
• Liaise with auditors and communicate with development staff for tax returns/financial audits
• Oversee accuracy of internal controls and accounting procedures through documentation
• Review processes for efficiency of operations and reporting
• Provide necessary leadership, guidance to corporate finance team
• Ad hoc duties as required

Requirements:

• CPA designated coupled with degree
• Experience in full cycle accounting and ideally previous experience in public accounting
• Impeccable communication and relationship building skills – both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage stressful situations and provide guidance to team members
• Ability to continuously improve and implement efficient processes for development

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to [email protected]

Senior Analyst – Real Estate Private Equity
Toronto, ON – Hybrid
$90k – $140k base plus bonus and great benefits

Our client is a very active and growing real estate private equity group. Reporting to the EVP, the senior analyst will help grow the group’s AUM further beyond its $2B size. The organization invests heavily in real estate development with over 2000 units in development. They focus on high rise development, low rise and some commercial development as well.  

Responsibilities:

• Take the lead on underwriting new real estate acquisition opportunities and prepare investment decks for presentation to the Investment Committee
• Monitor the current investment proformas and business plan vs actual results and re-underwrite accordingly. This will involve reviewing site plans, development schedules and construction schedules for the existing developments and reflecting revisions to plans and schedules in the proforma as directed.
• Take the lead on obtaining financing for the current projects under management where required. This will involve preparing financing packages and handling any requests from the respective lender group.
• Complete the quarterly external investor reporting process which will involve providing an update on the projects under management and incorporating updated business plans and metrics when relevant.
• Provide support in the creation and implementation of standard processes and procedures as they relate to financial monitoring and reporting for internal reporting as well as external reporting to investors and lenders.
• Gather and analyze financial statements, market data, industry reports, and other relevant information to assess investment viability.
• Stay informed about macroeconomic trends, industry developments, regulatory changes, and geopolitical factors that may affect investment decisions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of relevant experience with real estate finance, or development management
• Experience conducting financial analysis for potential land/real estate acquisitions using advanced models in MS-Excel
• Experience developing and maintaining budgets, project proformas, cash flow projections and financial reports
• Strong understanding of development financing (typical financing structures at various stages of development) and land economics.

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 interview will be contacted.

Senior Development Accountant
Hybrid, Downtown Toronto, ON
$90,000 – $105,000 Base Plus Bonus, Pension, 3 Weeks Vacation & Excellent Benefits 

Our client is a large real estate organization looking to hire a senior development accountant in this new position for the department. This is an excellent role for an accountant who has worked in development or construction and has experience with the draw process, working with cost consultants, and dealing with joint venture partners. This company can offer unparalleled benefits that go along with a great compensation package.

The Senior Development Accountant will work on a varied array of interesting responsibilities like monthly draw work, monthly percentage/cost to complete analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end, quarter-end development project level close, all related accounting activities including recording journal entries, accruals, maintaining and reconciling the general ledger
• Maintain working paper files for each project including full project GL balance reconciliations
• Prepare working paper files and draft journal entries for development related transactions and PUD to IPP transfers
• Build working relationship with joint venture partners to deliver accurate and timely consolidated month-end financial results
• Communicate and collaborate with internal business partners to remain informed about development project status
• Assist in the maintenance of internal control policies and procedures
• Assist capital projects team in preparation of cash calls
• Continuously implement process improvement initiatives to increase effectiveness and productivity
• Compile supporting documents for auditors on a quarterly basis
• Complete ad-hoc analyses or reports as required

Qualifications:

• CPA or pursuing it
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience within accounting and reporting
• Commercial & mixed-use real estate industry experience is an asset
• Ability to organize and prioritize various tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Financial systems (JDE, BI tools, Spreadsheet Server), Power BI is an asset

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