Accountant

CLV Group is redefining what a Canadian real estate platform can be. As an integrated investor, developer, and operator, we acquire, transform, and manage real estate assets at scale. Our model combines disciplined capital allocation, bold redevelopment strategies, and operational excellence to generate durable long-term value.

We are not simply growing. We are building one of the most dynamic real estate platforms in the country.

Real estate shapes cities, communities, and lives. The spaces we create are homes, workplaces, and gathering places where life happens. That responsibility drives how we invest, build, and operate. From large scale office to residential conversions to complex mixed-use communities, we focus on unlocking potential and delivering real world impact through design, sustainability, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in passion, purpose, and a strong sense of community. We cultivate thriving environments where residents, businesses, and neighbourhoods 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. 

With a landmark acquisition underway and a robust national pipeline, we are expanding our footprint, deepening our capabilities, and accelerating our trajectory. This is not incremental growth. It is transformational expansion that will shape the next era of our organization and the communities we serve. For investors, we offer disciplined growth, institutional strength, and long-term value creation at scale. For exceptional talent, we offer something rare: the opportunity to help build a category defining real estate platform from the inside. This is a moment to step into complexity, drive change, and leave a lasting mark on cities across Canada.

Learn more about CLV here:
https://www.clvgroup.com/ 

Learn more about our upcoming acquisition here
https://renx.ca/interrent-reit-agrees-to-4b-acquisition-by-clv-group-gic

About the Role

We are thrilled to introduce an opportunity for an Intermediate Accountant to become a key member of our high-performing accounting team. This role is perfect for a professional who enjoys the energy of a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of financial responsibilities within complex construction project portfolios.

In this position, you’ll be immersed in the financial workings of significant construction projects—tracking and reporting on project budgets, supporting monthly close cycles, and delivering accurate financial data to inform strategic business decisions.

In addition to the duties typically expected of a finance and accounting specialist at an intermediate level, you will be responsible for evaluating and supporting the financial aspects of our construction projects.  You will be expected to bring strong financial acumen and analytical skills, along with a solid understanding of accounting to this role. You will also be responsible for:  

Monthly Draw Compilation

• Prepare and review Construction monthly draws for multiple Projects, ensuring that all costs are correctly allocated and documented for project funding.
• Create monthly Budget reports for all active Construction Projects.
• Process invoices in match POs, Subcontracts and Subcontract’s change orders (SCO), follow up with Vendors to reconcile any discrepancies.
• Gather supporting documents, such as invoices, subcontractor payments, and progress reports, to substantiate draw requests.
• Verify compliance with contract terms, budget allocations, and funding requirements.
• Coordinate with the accounting team to submit draws on time and address any discrepancies identified in the review process.
• Work closely with Project Management teams to address Budget discrepancies vs Committed Cost and Cost to Date and to ensure accuracy of all aspects of project reporting requirements.

Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR) Management, Data entry

• Process and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring accuracy in coding and proper allocation to cost centers or projects.
• Work on Monitor outstanding payables and follow up with vendors regarding discrepancies, missing invoices, or payment issues.
• Reconcile Vendors’ statements.
• Assist with accounts receivable by preparing and issuing invoices, tracking payments, and following up with clients on overdue accounts.
• Support the reconciliation of vendor statements and respond to inquiries regarding payments or billing issues.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of financial transactions, ensuring data integrity and completeness.
• Verify and correct any inconsistencies or errors in entered data.
• Assist with payment process of AP invoices.

Account Reconciliations

• Perform Projects and Budgets related reconciliations.
• Verify Supplies and Subcontractors statements, identify discrepancies and follow up with Vendors to resolve them.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for reconciliation activities to support financial reporting.
• Prepare Journal Entries in regard to projects (Accruals end etc.)
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records by communicating with vendors, employees, or relevant departments on timely manner.

Audit Support

• Assist in gathering, organizing, and verifying financial documents required for internal and external audits.
• Maintain well-organized documentation for transactions, reconciliations, and journal entries to facilitate smooth audit processes.
• Support the Senior Accountant or Controller by preparing schedules, reviewing ledgers, and responding to audit inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and industry regulations.

Additional Duties & Ad Hoc Reporting

• Collect and analyze financial data to support decision-making and reporting needs.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, budget reports, and variance analyses.
• Support broader team objectives, including special projects, system improvements, and process streamlining.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to the accounting department as needed.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is organized, precise, and proactive, committed to ensuring financial integrity at every step. If you’re eager to join a team that champions diligence, trust, and high performance, we’d love to meet you. To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A passion for accuracy and detail, with strong organizational skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Strong analytical thinking and sound financial acumen.
• A proactive mindset and the resilience to meet tight timelines.
• A commitment to building relationships and supporting team cohesion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in Project Accounting and Procurement, Real Estate or Property management.
• Proficiency in accounting software, such as QuickBooks and Sage, Advance level in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team mindset.
• Familiarity with real estate accounting practices and processes is a plus.

Joining our team as an Intermediate Accountant offers a unique opportunity to be part of a high-growth company in the dynamic real estate development and construction industry. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on exciting projects that shape communities, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship to accelerate your career. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and valued. With exposure to diverse challenges, opportunities for growth, and a commitment to work-life balance, our company is the perfect place to build a rewarding and impactful career in accounting.

The approximate salary range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000 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 CLV Group.

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.

We strive to make our website and application process accessible to all users. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please send an email to hr@clvgroup.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We sometimes use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to find candidates and compare submitted resumes against the job description, to identify candidates whose education, experience and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.

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.

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

We appreciate your interest in exploring this career opportunity with CLV Group!