Corporate Accountant

at  Park Property Management

Established in 1975, Park Property Management Inc. (Park) consistently delivers market affordable, well maintained rental housing that embodies both quality and value. Beyond managing properties, Park’s dedication extends to fostering meaningful connections and cultivating a comfortable environment for its residents.
Proudly influencing the real estate landscape in the Greater Toronto Area and key cities across Ontario, including Milton, Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford, Tillsonburg, Guelph, and London, Park boasts a diverse portfolio of over 11,200 apartment units spanning 93 buildings. Park’s commitment to growth is evident through ongoing development of new purpose-built rental initiatives and strategic value-add acquisitions.
As an employer, we take pride in providing a work environment where your expertise and passion find purpose in contributing to the continuous success of our company. At Park, integrity and respect form the cornerstone of our business values, making it a place where you can feel good about where you work and the positive contributions you make to our team.

ACCOUNTANT (20 MONTH CONTRACT)

We are looking for an Accountant who is an analytical, detail-oriented individual to join our team at our corporate head office location in Markham, Ontario. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for overseeing certain companies within PPMI’s portfolio of companies. This position will help oversee financial reporting and analysis of the companies; manage related internal and external relationships; manage risk, compliance and all other critical components of the finance function including forecasting, budgeting, capital structure and taxation. This individual will be hands-on in managing their allocation of the portfolio of companies.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education in a business and/or accounting program
• CPA designation, or working towards a designation is considered an asset
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience
• Technically strong in accounting principles, practices and procedures; must be well versed in ASPE
• Knowledge of computer system applications related to accounting, administration and operations
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Capable of prioritizing work to meet operational timelines with excellent attention to detail and follow-up
• Self-motivated, results oriented, flexible and creative
• Experience in the Real Estate industry is an asset.

• Responsible for the full cycle accounting of holding companies
• Prepare year end working paper files and drafting of financial statements in accordance with ASPE
• Prepare budget files and required forms and schedules for management reporting purposes
• Prepare corporate tax returns, partnership information returns, and non-resident tax returns and actively involved in tax planning for shareholders/investors
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and related journal entries
• Prepare and enter journal entries for payroll and general adjustments, review general ledgers and trial balances
• Prepare and file HST remittances
• Run building and company reports to identify any unusual/outstanding items, and analysis of fluctuations from budget
• Reconciliation of intercompany accounts, A/R and A/P sub ledgers
• Account analysis for capitalized assets and special maintenance
• Support external auditors during annual audit – respond to inquiries, investigate and explain discrepancies
• Invoice industrial tenants for property taxes and insurance as required
• Prepare variance analysis and perform ad-hoc tasks as required
• Prepare analysis and perform ad-hoc tasks as required
• Key stakeholder in special projects, such as system conversions and other IT initiatives.