Property Accountant

Location: Toronto, ON or Vancouver, BC
Duration: 5-month contract
Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills
Background Check Requirement: Satisfactory criminal records check and references required 

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leading organization in the commercial real estate sector, is seeking a Property Accountant to support a major portfolio integration initiative. You’ll play an important role in migrating and validating financial property data as approximately 400 properties transition into the Yardi platform.

This project-focused opportunity is ideal for someone who understands property accounting and enjoys detailed, process-driven work. You’ll collaborate with accounting and operational teams to help ensure critical financial information is transferred accurately and the broader integration runs smoothly.

What’s in it for You

You’ll contribute to a significant business integration project while working alongside a collaborative and supportive team. It’s an opportunity to build hands-on experience with large-scale data migration and Yardi, with potential for extension or future opportunities based on business needs.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll support the migration of financial and property accounting data into Yardi.
• You’ll validate, reconcile, and cross-reference large volumes of financial information.
• You’ll review and test transmitted data, identifying discrepancies and helping resolve accuracy issues.
• You’ll collaborate with accounting and operational stakeholders throughout the portfolio transition.
• You’ll assist with system testing and quality assurance during the integration process.
• You’ll maintain clear records and documentation to support an accurate, traceable conversion.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous property accounting, real estate accounting, or related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of property accounting principles, terminology, and workflows.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Proficiency with Excel and confidence working with financial data.
• Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, and navigate ambiguity.
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management systems is an asset.
• Data migration, ERP implementation, or system conversion experience is an asset.

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