Accounting - Project Accountant

From our first lot in Cambridge, Ontario, to residential, commercial, and recreational developments in 18 cities across North America, we’ve come a long way. While a lot has changed in that time, one thing hasn’t: our unwavering commitment to building great spaces that inspire the people who live, work and play. With over 45 years of experience, we continue to transform and lead the industry with technology, sustainable design and innovation with a multi-faceted portfolio including commercial, mixed used and residential development, construction management and software, engineering penalization manufacturing, architecture and hospitality.

All companies under the Great Gulf Group umbrella are united by one simple goal: the pursuit of greatness. It’s achieved daily with the passion and dedication of every person who works tirelessly to make us great.  If you have what it takes to make great things happen, apply today to join our team!

Great Gulf is seeking a talented and experienced Project Accountant to join our team in Toronto for a 1 year Contract.

The Project Accountant will perform a variety of accounting and analytical functions and will assist with the preparation of year-end and interim financial statements. This position works closely with other team members to provide timely and accurate management reporting and financial results. The ideal candidate for this role will have an accounting background with strong attention to detail and familiarity with Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain accounting records for entities in the low rise and midrise division
• Assist with preparation of monthly management report
• Prepare interim and year-end financial statements with notes and supporting backup for the auditors and stakeholders
• Analyze and review transactions that are booked by journal entries
• Maintain and monitor realty tax bills and process realty tax deposit refunds
• Assist with assessing the adequacy of the budgets used in the year-end process
• Liaise with external tax consultants on corporate and partnership tax filings
• Assist with other responsibilities as required

COMMUNICATION/INFLUENCING OTHERS
This position requires both written and verbal communication skills to communicate with both internal (other departments) and external (investment partners and external auditors)
stakeholders.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• CPA designation or in final stages of completion
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting or financial reporting capacity
• Working knowledge of corporate and partnership taxation
• Real estate industry experience is an asset
• Experience in MS Navision an asset
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong financial, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Achievement oriented; must be able to juggle multiple tasks, tight deadlines and changing priorities

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
• The role requires the successful candidate to be in office 4x a week.
• Office environment – sitting/working at desk/computer in a shared office space and/or remote working from home
• Working hours during the day Monday to Friday and occasional overtime time as required to meet deadlines

Work under pressure in a fast-paced environment is critical to success in this role

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Sitting at computer 90% of the time
• Manual dexterity is needed to operate a keyboard and mouse

We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the qualifications. If you are the right candidate, we will help you learn and grow. 

Why join Great Gulf?

• Opportunity to work for a leading real estate development company
• Exciting projects and challenging opportunities to develop high-profile residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Commitment to sustainability and social responsibility