Manager Property Accounting

CLV Group is a premier Canadian real estate firm specializing in the acquisition, development, and management of high-quality real estate assets. We deliver exceptional returns by aligning strategic acquisitions with expertly executed developments, innovative asset management, and operational excellence. Our consistent performance is no accident - it’s driven entirely by the strength of our people.

What truly differentiates CLV is our belief that real estate can, and should, be a force for good. We’re not just in the business of buildings; we’re in the business of building better communities. From office-to-residential conversions to mixed-use developments, we approach every project through a lens of sustainability, impact, and long-term value.

Our culture is rooted in passion, purpose, and a strong sense of community. We cultivate thriving environments where residents, businesses, and neighborhoods flourish. Philanthropy and social responsibility are embedded into our DNA, ensuring that as we grow, so do the communities we serve.  We want to show the world that a business can scale AND do good at the same time.  

CLV is at a pivotal moment of expansion. With aggressive growth projections and a robust pipeline of projects, we are actively scaling across all areas of our business. For investors, that means strong fundamentals and long-term value creation. For top-tier talent, it means meaningful work, career growth, and a chance to be part of something transformative.

If you are a professional looking to build a rewarding career in real estate - CLV Group offers an unparalleled opportunity to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

Find out more about our upcoming projects here:  https://www.clvgroup.com/our-platform/development/

Today we are confirming our search for a Manager Property Accounting who will be a hands on leader responsible for the accurate and timely accounting of a portfolio of properties. The role balances day to day property accounting work with direct management of a small team and practical improvements to systems and processes. This Manager ensures strong execution, consistency, and reliability across the property accounting function while reducing the operational workload of the Director.  In addition to the duties expected of a high performing seasoned accounting professional, responsibilities will include: 

Property Accounting and Reporting
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reporting for an assigned portfolio of properties.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and adjustments related to property operations, capital activity, and renovations.
• Complete and review bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, and month end close activities.
• Ensure financial statements are accurate, complete, and delivered on time.
• Prepare variance analysis and simple performance summaries for property operations and management.
• Maintain supporting schedules including property taxes, utilities, and other recurring items.

People Leadership and Daily Oversight
• Lead, engage, and support a small team of property accountants, setting clear expectations and modelling strong accountability.
• Build a high performing team culture focused on accuracy, ownership, and follow through.
• Review work for quality and completeness, providing timely coaching and constructive feedback.
• Set priorities, manage workloads, and ensure deadlines are consistently met without sacrificing quality.
• Train, onboard, and develop team members to build capability, confidence, and consistency in execution.
• Address performance issues directly and fairly, reinforcing standards and supporting improvement.
• Create a collaborative, engaged and respectful team environment where issues are surfaced early and solved quickly.

Processes, Systems, and Improvements
• Ensure established accounting processes are followed consistently across the portfolio.
• Identify gaps, errors, or inefficiencies in day to day processes and implement practical improvements.
• Support basic budgeting and forecasting activities by coordinating inputs and validating numbers.
• Assist with audits by preparing schedules, responding to questions, and ensuring documentation is complete.
• Use Yardi and related tools effectively and help the team adopt more efficient ways of working.
• Take on detailed work that would otherwise sit with the Director, freeing them to focus on higher level priorities.

Operations Support
• Work closely with property management teams to answer questions, explain results, and resolve issues.
• Support tracking and reporting of work order, maintenance, and renovation activity as needed.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and issues related to property accounting.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation is an asset but not required.
• Five plus years of hands on accounting experience, preferably in property accounting or real estate.
• Proven experience managing and developing an accounting team, including setting expectations, reviewing work, and providing regular feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to build a reliable, engaged, and high performing team through clear direction, coaching, and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and work directly in the numbers alongside the team.
• Practical experience identifying gaps, improving processes, and strengthening day to day execution.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple deadlines, and keep the team focused in a fast paced environment.
• Clear, straightforward communication style with the ability to explain accounting information to non finance partners.
• Bilingualism in English and French is preferred.
• Experience with Yardi is a strong asset.

Most importantly, we are a small yet mighty team. This is a roll up your sleeves, help where you are needed kind of role. We are looking for a new team member who will support our success when and as needed, as our team will do for you when you need it.

The approximate salary range for this role is $80,000–$100,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, educational attainment, professional designations, internal equity, and other job related requirements. We recognize that individuals bring different skill sets, strengths, and career experiences, and we encourage candidates at all stages of their career to apply. If your experience or compensation expectations differ from the posted range, we still welcome your application, as we value potential, growth, and the unique contributions each person can bring to our team.

This role is based in our offices five days a week, giving you the opportunity to work closely with your colleagues, learn from experienced professionals, and grow in a highly engaged team environment.

Learn more about our working at CLV here: https://www.clvgroup.com/careers/talent-and-culture/  

We are committed to diversity in our workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are excited to work with talented people, period. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or civil status, political affiliation, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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Our team handles a lot of sensitive information, which means we require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.

Thank you for your time and desire to join our winning team and to play a critical role in developing future communities across Canada.

Only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We appreciate your interest in exploring an opportunity with CLV Group!