Senior Property Accountant

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Senior Property Accountant – JLL What this job involves: JLL is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to drive financial excellence across our property portfolio. In this pivotal role, you'll take ownership of monthly accounting activities, capital budget tracking, and financial reporting for assigned properties. You'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders to establish budgets, analyze variances, and ensure audit readiness while contributing to process improvements and strategic initiatives. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to shape financial outcomes for a leading commercial real estate company while developing your expertise in property accounting and cross-functional collaboration. What your day-to-day will look like: Prepare monthly and year-end reconciliations, accruals, and adjustment entries to ensure accurate financial reporting Issue common area certificates and annual financial statements while preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for partners Develop operating budgets and forecasts, track capital budgets, and monitor projects to support strategic planning Analyze monthly budget variances and calculate depreciation costs to provide financial insights Prepare documentation for year-end audits by external auditors and participate in financial controls reviews Liaise with joint owners, operations teams, treasury, property services, and property financial administration Prepare GST/QST-related filing documents and recommend improvements to assigned processes and analysis Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or equivalent Three to five years of experience in general accounting Professional designation (CPA) obtained or in progress Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across diverse stakeholders Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret and organize complex financial information Preferred Qualifications: Experience in real estate accounting Working knowledge of English and bilingual French proficiency Knowledge of Yardi accounting software Experience with capital budget tracking and project monitoring Familiarity with GST/QST filing requirements Track record of process improvement and harmonization initiatives Dynamic personality with positive attitude and team spirit Estimated compensation for this position: 86,000.00 – 97,000.00 CAD per year This range represents the estimated base salary and actual compensation may differ. Final base salary is determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations. Some roles and employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, benefits, or other compensation. Location: On-site –Toronto, ON Opening Type: Replacement If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing. 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