Controller, Property Accounting

Step into a leadership role within a growing real estate platform where you can lead a high-performing team, shape the evolution of the property accounting function, and play a key role in supporting a scaling portfolio.

Your New Employer

Our client is a well-established and expanding real estate platform with a portfolio of institutional-quality office assets across major Ontario markets, including a strong presence in the GTA and Ottawa. The business is growing through acquisitions and additional third-party property management mandates, making the accounting function central and increasingly complex.

The platform is known for its disciplined and well-structured accounting environment, with a strong focus on accuracy, controls, and best practices. At the same time, the organization is investing in systems, automation, and process improvements, creating an environment that balances stability with ongoing change. The accounting team is highly collaborative, with low turnover and a strong emphasis on mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Director, Property Accounting, the Controller will take on a central leadership role overseeing financial reporting across a portfolio of fund-owned, co-owned, and select third-party assets. This is a well-rounded position that combines technical accounting oversight, leadership, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

The Controller will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of monthly and quarterly financial reporting, overseeing year-end audit processes, and managing budgeting and forecasting cycles across the portfolio. The role will maintain and enhance internal controls, policies, and procedures in accordance with GAAP, while overseeing key financial activities such as cash calls, distributions, and HST compliance.

From an operational perspective, the Controller will oversee property accounting, accounts payable, and receivable functions, while partnering with asset management and property management teams to support financial performance, reporting, and investor inquiries. The role also plays a key part in supporting acquisitions, onboarding new assets, and integrating third-party mandates as the business continues to expand.

A significant component of the role is leadership. The Controller will oversee Managers and accounting staff, providing coaching, development, and performance management while fostering a collaborative and accountable team environment. The role also includes a strong focus on systems and process improvement, working within a highly integrated Yardi environment to support enhancements, automation initiatives, and future system upgrades.

What Sets You Apart

You bring a CPA designation and at least 8 years of accounting experience, ideally in commercial real estate or a similar asset-based environment. You have demonstrated success leading teams and are recognized for your ability to mentor, coach, and develop others while maintaining strong reporting standards.

You possess a strong technical foundation in financial reporting, controls, and accounting principles, along with the ability to operate effectively in a structured, deadline-driven environment. You are a confident and professional communicator who can build relationships across teams and work effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Experience working with Yardi or similar ERP systems is strongly preferred, especially in environments that use technology to drive efficiency and process improvement.

Why Join?

This opportunity lets you step into a leadership role on a growing, evolving real estate platform. You will join a stable, collaborative team with low turnover and a strong focus on mentorship and long-term career development.

The role provides exposure to both operational accounting and investor-facing reporting, along with the opportunity to play a key role in scaling the accounting function as the business continues to expand. You will be involved in acquisitions, portfolio growth, and third-party management initiatives, while working within a technology-forward environment that prioritizes system enhancements and continuous improvement.

You will also have the chance to work closely with an engaged, supportive leadership team and contribute to developing processes, systems, and team structure. Overall, this role offers a compelling combination of technical depth, leadership responsibility, and strategic exposure within a real estate platform that is actively growing.

Compensation

Our client is offering a base salary in the range of $130,000 to $155,000, along with a target bonus of up to 15%. The compensation package includes four weeks of vacation and a comprehensive benefits program, with paramedical, dental, and prescription coverage beginning on day one, and full benefits, including short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and pension participation, available following the successful completion of probation.

Additional benefits include 2% RRSP matching and 2% DPSP contributions, as well as support for professional development through education reimbursement, CPA dues coverage, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position based in Downtown Toronto, with employees typically working four days in the office and one day remotely. The organization operates in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, and the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting continued expansion and operational excellence.

Take the Next Step

If you believe you meet the qualifications and criteria outlined above, please contact us today, and we will be in touch to discuss how HighView can help you make your Best Next Move.