Company Overview:
Smart Investment Holdings is a diversified investment and management platform focused on commercial real estate, private equity, and consumer brands. Our real estate division specializes in retail, office, and industrial properties across Canada, with a strong emphasis on long-term value creation and investor relations. www.smartinvestmentsholding.com
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Property Accountant with solid experience in commercial real estate and property management accounting. The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle property accounting, investor reporting, tax compliance, and financial analysis across our portfolio. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and can work closely with management and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable Support
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
- Match invoices to purchase orders or work orders where applicable.
- Assist with vendor statement reconciliations and follow up on discrepancies.
- Support timely weekly or bi-weekly payment runs.
Accounts Receivable & Tenant Billing
- Prepare and send monthly rent invoices or recurring charges.
- Apply tenant payments and update AR ledgers.
- Assist with AR aging reports and basic follow-ups on overdue accounts.
- Help calculate simple tenant chargebacks (utilities, parking, etc.).
Month-End Close Assistance
- Prepare basic journal entries (accruals, reclasses, prepaid amortizations).
- Assist with bank reconciliations and other supporting schedules.
- Compile documentation for Property Analyst review.
- Maintain accurate GL coding for routine transactions.
Lease Administration Support
- Update lease abstracts and maintain key data in system.
- Process rent step increases, occupancy changes, and tenant move-ins/move-outs.
- Check lease terms to ensure correct billing of rent, CAM, and other charges.
Reporting & Documentation
- Assist in preparing monthly property packages and supporting documents.
- Maintain organized electronic files for invoices, leases, and reconciliations.
- Generate basic reports from the ERP system as needed.
Compliance & Internal Controls
- Ensure proper backup and audit trails for AP and AR activities.
- Assist with HST/GST documentation and filing support.
- Follow company approval matrix and control procedures.
Qualifications
Education
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (preferred).
- Enrollment in CPA program or intention to pursue CPA is considered an asset.
Experience
- 2 years of accounting experience preferred (AP/AR, bookkeeping, or internship/co-op roles).
- Proficient knowledge of property management accounting (TMI, rent rolls, lease accounting)
- Experience with investor reporting and private equity/real estate fund structures is an asset
- Exposure to month-end processes (journal entries, reconciliations) is helpful.
Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail and high accuracy.
- Time management and ability to meet tight deadlines (month-end).
- Good communication skills-professional interactions with tenants and vendors.
- Highly organized and able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks, or similar real estate accounting systems
- Advanced Excel and working financial modeling skills
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter via Indeed. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Commercial Properties accounting: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
