Finance

Our Winchesters Accounting and Finance team has extensive experience recruiting professionals across Ontario. Whether you are seeking a role as a Senior Accountant, Project Accountant, Accounts Payable, Property Accountant, Construction Accountant, Financial Controller, Senior Financial Analyst, Director of Finance, or VP Finance, our team can help you find your next career opportunity!

The Winchesters Team will help you find your next opportunity, whether you are looking to fill permanent, short-term, or project-based positions.

Below are current Accounting and Finance opportunities available through Winchesters. We also have exciting career opportunities related to procurement, tax, and audit, so please check our website regularly for new opportunities! To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Senior Project Accountant
North York, ON – Onsite
$75,000 – $90,000  Plus Great Benefits

The company is a full integrated real estate company. They are currently accepting applications for the role of Senior Project Accountant to deal with the tremendous growth they are experiencing. They have a number of interesting new projects coming up this summer that will last for 5-6 years. This role will eventually take supervisory responsibilities over an AP Specialist. The business has a very relaxed, calm atmosphere where individuals are respected by trusting and kind owners.

The role of the Senior Project Accountant or Project Accountant will be managing the costs and budget for several projects. The accountant will report to a Controller and will be responsible for ensuring best practices are implemented and adhered to. This includes reviewing and analyzing job profitability, reviewing payables and receivables for accuracy, ensuring timely payments and collections, analyzing budget variances, and working closely with the AP Specialist.

Responsibilities

  • Review payables for accuracy
  • Assess any escalated payable matters and discuss resolutions with Project Management team
  • Provide, maintain, and record any issues/concerns about payables
  • Ensure timely and accurate billings by working with PM team to ensure all deadlines are met, and all billings are reflective of percentage of completion
  • Work closely with clients to ensure demands are met, ensuring valid documentation and variance analysis
  • Ensure variances are accounted for
  • Ensure change orders are billed correctly and in full, in a timely manner
  • Prepare monthly project summary of the cost and revenue details with analysis
  • Schedule and run monthly meetings with PM team to troubleshoot any issues and ensure targets are being met
  • Analyze monthly payroll and post journals
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and report to the Controller on cash health
  • Review, prepare and Netfile monthly HST
  • Assist with ad hoc projects as required, including year-end working paper preparation, and assist with annual external review by responding to auditor inquiries
  • Assist with monthly forecast preparation

 

Requirements

  • Diploma or university degree
  • 2-3 years of project accounting experience minimum
  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize tasks with a keen attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills – written and oral
  • Priority will be given to individuals coming from construction or development but it is not required
  • Proficient in data entry and document management

 

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.

Accounts Payable Coordinator
Vaughan, ON – Onsite
$60,000 – $65,000 

Responsibilities:

  • Full accounts payable cycle
  • Cheque runs and manual cheques in accordance with company polices
  • Coding of invoices for job costs of various development and housing projects
  • Interacting with staff on questions with invoices and investigating any discrepancies
  • Coordinating with suppliers about invoices and the status of payments
  • Preparing bank reconciliations, recording cash receipts and some accounts receivable duties
  • Assist the accounting department with other duties as necessary
  • Enter Purchase Orders for Non-Site expenditures
  • Enter Contracts for High Rise and Low Rise costs into Newstar

Requirement:

  • Proven work experience in accounts payable in a construction setting, specifically with high-rise or mid-rise projects
  • 3-5 years experience in accounts payable
  • Good understanding of basic bookkeeping
  • Data entry skills
  • Detailed oriented and organized
  • Newstar software experience preferred

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit our website or email resume to laikyn@winchesters.ca to apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

 

Senior Financial Analyst
Toronto, ON – Onsite
$85,000 – $95,000 Base Plus 20 % Bonus and Excellent Benefits 

Our client is a renowned private equity firm in Toronto looking to find a strong CPA-designated (or close to) senior financial analyst for this new division in the group.

Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Senior Financial Analyst (SFA) will be responsible for performing assigned corporate finance and accounting duties, including the month-end close process, the coordination of the year-end audit process, the development of new financial reports in the accounting system, and assisting with corporate level budgeting and forecasting, while ensuring constant adherence to internal financial controls and up to date with accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with monthly financial close and preparation of the monthly management financial presentation including follow-up on key issues identified.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for third party property managed investments, including review and oversight of their work, recording of corporate adjustments, as well as coordinating funding requests and construction draws
  • Maintain established audit systems and procedures, oversee audit working papers and schedules and resolve any audit issues efficiently.
  • Develop and foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure proactive timely resolution of all co-worker inquiries.
  • Complete variance analysis for forecasts prepared.
  • Perform special projects and ad hoc reporting as required.
  • Act as one of the primary points of contact for external auditors and tax consultants.
  • Other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements:

  • University degree in Business and/or Accounting.
  • Recently qualified CPA and a proven track record of high performance.
  • Self-motivated and adaptable to a changing and fast paced corporate environment managing multiple competing deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Team player, willing to always support the team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail and an open attitude towards learning.
  • Real Estate industry experience is an asset, but not necessary.
  • Computer literate including strong Excel skills and ability to adapt to and learn software

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

Vice President Finance
North York, Ontario – Onsite
$200,000-$225,000 base plus 15-20% bonus and good benefits

Our client is a private, entrepreneurial real estate investment company founded over fifteen years ago and still growing at a steady pace. They take pride in their ability to forge strong relationships, acquire and manage high quality real estate assets, and consistently execute value-add projects. Their current owned and asset managed portfolio is comprised of multi-family residential assets throughout Ontario. They also asset/property manage a portfolio of commercial assets. Reporting to the President, the VP Finance will be an integral part of the senior management team and will be responsible for the organization’s accounting and finance practices.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership for the organization’ s financial analysis, strategic planning, and investor reporting
  • Implement processes and related monitoring/reporting systems necessary to provide timely, accurate, targeted financial information and KPI’ s accompanied by the appropriate level of in-depth analysis and interpretation necessary to add value to leadership, senior staff, and investors in making sound business decisions
  • Develop and present monthly financial packages to the company’ s executive leadership team
  • Prepare and review Financial Statements
  • Manage the full budgetary process
  • Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closes
  • Ensure consistent and accurate investor reporting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
  • Coordinate and/or prepare tax schedules, returns and information
  • Manage relationships with insurance providers and ensure compliance
  • Manage all internal/external Audits – directly liaising with the external auditing company
  • Manage and report on cash flows, pro-formas, and waterfall distribution models
  • Build and manage a high-performing team that can effectively execute plans in support of the company’ s growth
  • Other finance duties as required

 

Requirements:

  • Degree or diploma and CPA designation
  • At least 10 years of professional work experience
  • Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial-related reports
  • Supervisory experience
  • An ambitious and can-do attitude with an ability to work with little supervision
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

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

Financial Controller
North York, ON – Onsite
$120,000 – $140,000 Base Plus Bonus, potentially some flexibility

Our client is a private, entrepreneurial real estate investment company founded over fifteen years ago and still growing at a steady pace. Our client takes pride in their ability to forge strong relationships, acquire and manage high quality real estate assets, and consistently execute value-add projects. Their current owned and asset managed portfolio is comprised of multi-family residential assets throughout Ontario. They also asset/property manage a portfolio of

commercial assets. Reporting to the VP Finance, the Controller will ensure the timeliness and accuracy of key deliverables including financial reporting, cash management, and residential property accounting.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Timely preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements and reporting packages for the various entities, ensuring that the financial statements are accurate and in accordance with statutory requirements;
  • Supervise and review the preparation of the general ledger and working paper files including review of journal entries and bank reconciliations to ensure that financial reports and statements are accurate;
  • Lead a residential property accounting team
  • Review monthly accounting packages from third party residential property management including but not limited to rent roll, accruals, accounts receivable and property management fees
  • Prepare monthly financial results for the commercial portfolio and assist with review of monthly accounting process
  • Key player in financial system enhancements, improvements and implementations;
  • Develop and enhance current accounting templates and create efficiencies to improve reporting
  • Maintains compliances with regulations by forwarding timely required information, remittance to federal, provincial and municipal authorities;
  • Prepare financial analysis to assist management in various real estate asset management decisions and strategies;
  • Manage day to day banking and preparation of daily cash flows;
  • Preparation of annual property business plans, including operating, capital and leasing budgets;
  • Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned;

 

Education & Experience:

  • University degree in business/accounting combined with accounting designation (i.e. CA/CMA/CGA) preferable, but not required;
  • 5+ years of experience within property accounting
  • Some supervisory experience
  • Familiarity with real estate accounting and reporting systems, ideally specifically Yardi;
  • Detail oriented and focused on accuracy of reporting;
  • Ability to proactively lead and manage a team by coaching and mentoring junior staff;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

 

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

Financial Analyst – Costing and FP&A
Located in Markham, ON – 3 Days a Week in Office Minimum
$80,000 – $85,000 Base Plus Bonus, Excellent Benefits 

Our client is a large global manufacturing company. This is a position due to a promotion within the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for forecasting, planning, budgeting, costing, and analysis of the Company’s manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide monthly reporting on key performance measures such as cost center spending, capital expenditures, production volumes, machine productivity, reject rates, headcount, and others
  • Conduct monthly reviews with cost center owners and assign corrective measures
  • Prepare and present monthly business reviews for operations leadership
  • Provide support on product pricing by integrating relevant cost parameters from the production environment
  • Address pricing requests from sales or client services
  • Prepare monthly inventory analysis and meet with stakeholders to discuss and address key issues
  • Work with leadership on the feasibility of capital expenditures and monitor from submission through approval and execution
  • Work to develop a better understanding of production cost drivers and ensure that the ERP system is reflective of operational economics
  • Review, analyze and update standards and key figures in ERP system on a regular basis
  • Analyze and monitor changes in material and production costs and anticipate the financial impact
  • Support with analysis of the financial implication of company initiatives
  • Analyze and explain actuals results and any deviations from the plan
  • Perform ex-post review of business cases and capital investments
  • Coordinate with regional and global stakeholders on recurring reporting requirements
  • Other analysis and special projects as required

Requirements

  • 5 Years of financial-analytical work experience
  • Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Advanced skills in Excel and proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office, SAP is nice to have)
  • Ability to work with large amounts of data
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Degree in Finance, Business, Commerce or a quantitative discipline

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please visit our website or email resume to laikyn@winchesters.ca to apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Senior Project Accountant
Toronto, ON
$75,000 – $95,000 Base Plus Bonus, Excellent Benefits 

About the Job

Mid-sized architecture and design firm, located downtown Toronto with beautiful offices.

Our industry-leading client provides superior professional services and this role is pivotal to the operations of the Toronto office. The senior project accountant will be responsible for the accurate and timely general accounting of multiple or complex projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly invoices, budgets and project management reports.
  • Provide accurate and timely accounting, reporting and project information for assigned projects.
  • Set up and maintain projects on an in-house accounting system according to contract terms.
  • Track and input budget data for assigned projects.
  • Prepare, code and input project invoices.
  • Answer inquiries from staff, vendors or clients, and communicate financial information to project managers.
  • Maintain accounting files.
  • Make calls to clients to follow up on accounts receivable.
  • Input and post consultant invoices, communicate with consultants and organize their payments.
  • Review project contracts and additional service requests to understand the financial requirements on each project.
  • Analyze project cost reports and meet frequently with the Business Manager and Project Managers to review status of projects for invoicing, profitability, earnings, costs, and cash flow.
  • Understand how projects earn revenue in the accounting system and assist the Business Manager monthly in analyzing and recording monthly project earnings.
  • Work independently to research and resolve financial issues.
  • May provide accounting support to other staff as needed.
  • May educate and/or guide non-financial staff on accounting procedures.
  • Take personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3+ years accounting experience; or an equivalent of education and experience required.
  • Accounting experience in a project-based business preferred.
  • Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial-related reports.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

 

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity please visit our website or email resume to laikyn@winchesters.ca to apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Senior Property Accountant
Vaughan, ON – 5 Days a Week in Office
Salary Between $80,000 – $95,000 Plus Great Benefits

Our client is a leading Ontario real estate asset management firm whose success is driven by providing their employees with an environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth. 

They are looking for a Senior Property Accountant (reporting to the Accounting Manager) to join their fast-paced team, who will be responsible for supporting a dedicated portfolio of properties, the group of companies and the finance teams through their continued growth. This individual will be responsible for full cycle accounting duties while supporting the day-to-day accounting functions of the property operations team for a diversified group of companies focused on real estate asset management. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Responsible for full cycle property accounting for a dedicated portfolio of properties and corporate consolidated entities. 
  • Assist in full monthly and quarterly financial and management reporting.
  • Assist in the oversight and maintenance of the general ledger for the group of companies and portfolio of properties. 
  • Perform month-end accounting cycle entries while ensuring the accuracy of all transactions and subledgers and maintaining all corporate workbooks.
  • Post monthly recurring entries which include mortgages, pre-payments, property taxes, accruals of expenses, deferred financing costs, and related party transactions. 
  • Post asset acquisition entries, mortgage, and refinance journal entries as well as property acquisition and disposition entries.
  • Complete reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts including bank accounts and credit cards.
  • Accounts Receivable, includes processing payments, creating, and posting intercompany invoices, and ensuring accurate recording of tenant transactions.
  • Assist Accounts Payable with property related payables.
  • Support the implementation of accounting changes and other process improvements.
  • Support ad-hoc projects with the Accounting Manager.
  • File and process HST returns and payments for all corporations within the CRA deadlines. 
  • Gain full understanding of all invoice types and coding processes.
  • Participate in special projects and take on other duties, as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance, real estate and/or related field 
  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the real estate industry and/or   fund management
  • Professional Accounting Designation (CPA-CA, CGA, CMA) or actively enrolled in the CPA program (midway through or nearing completion) is an asset
  • Highly organized with the ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Dedicated team player with a positive attitude and the flexibility to get the job done. 

How to Apply:

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

 

Senior Project Accountant

North York, ON – hybrid with 3 days a week in the office

$95,000-$110,000 base plus bonus and excellent profit-sharing piece

Our client is a growing real estate company looking for a Senior Project Accountant to join their Toronto accounting team. This is a new position, offering someone who has either been working in development accounting or project accounting, the opportunity to carve out a new position in the company.

The Senior Development Accountant will focus on project accounting, construction draws, planning, and dealing with internal/external stakeholders to ensure reporting flows well between accounting/finance and operations. The candidate will have the flexibility to work remotely permanently.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits and wellness programs. As an industry leader in real estate, the Senior Development Accountant will enjoy being a part of a progressive, world-class work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Day to day full cycle accounting function of assigned corporate entities including bank reconciliations, account reconciliations and HST returns
  • Prepare equity and debt draws for project ownership entities, partnerships, and joint ventures consistent with their respective legal structures, and in coordination with cost consultants and construction lenders
  • Communicate and engage with investment partners on accounting inquiries and statements
  • Provide financial analysis of projects and operations to the internal executive team, with a goal to seek improvements and compliance with project goals
  • Prepare monthly reports on projects to be distributed to investors, partners, and lenders
  • Monitor and manage the invoice payables of projects, while reconciling with the contracts to ensure accurate, consistent procedure and payment
  • Conduct and manage with the team reconciliation of project accounts and reporting to external accounting firms for year-end filings
  • Review monthly cost consultant reports and compare to accounting records
  • Drive schedules on reporting requirements, budgeting, and investor reporting
  • Monitor budgets and project performance, providing monthly budgeting forecasts
  • Oversee and review work of junior project accountants with a goal to develop and mentor
  • Prepare construction draw packages
  • Verify and approve statement of adjustments, prepare, and post interim occupancy closing and final closing entries

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in applicable field
  • CPA designation or final stages
  • Minimum 2-4 years of relevant work experience in the real estate development industry
  • Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, practices and their application in real estate
  • Strong skills and experience with Excel (i.e. modelling, data analysis, presentation)
  • Superb interpersonal skills, with abilities to clearly communicate technical concepts and best practices
  • Sound understand and experience of a construction draw process
  • Excellent team player with the ability to work independently

How to Apply

If you would like to find out more about the role, please apply now. Send your resume to elan@winchesters.ca Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted.