Real Estate Accountant (Bilingual)

Location(s): 

• Toronto Ontario
• Montréal Quebec
• St-Hyacinthe Quebec

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.


Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Real Estate Accountant with a strong background in commercial real estate accounting to manage the financial operations of our diverse portfolio of Commercial Properties nationally. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of producing accurate and timely financial reporting. This role requires strong knowledge of real estate accounting, lease structures, and property-level budgeting.

What you’ll do here:

• Analyze and interpret lease agreements to determine billing obligations, recoverable expenses, and rent escalations.
  
  
• Process and enter leases in the accounting software.
  
  
• Work closely with property managers and the leasing team to stay up to date on lease amendments, renewals, and tenant changes.
  
  
• Complete month-end and year-end close processes by preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  
  
• Variance analysis and explanations.
  
  
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded.
  
  
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather and verify financial information.
  
  
• Participate and assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
  
  
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist in implementing best practices in accounting operations.
  
  
• Assist in all other projects
  
  

What you bring to the table:

• Post secondary education in Accounting or Finance – is required 
  
  
• CPA in good standing – is an asset
  
  
• Strong understanding of lease administration and real estate accounting principles
  
  
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools
  
  
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  
  
• Bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking and French-speaking colleagues across the country
  
  

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What we offer
 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team: 

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success 
  
  
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased 
  
  
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare 
  
  
• Flexible work arrangements 
  
  
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year 
  
  
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle 
  
  
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues 
  
  
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs 
  
  
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
  
  
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow 
  
  
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique. 
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer


At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.


We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.


As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.


We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.


If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.


If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.