Senior Accountant (CPA) in Markham, Ontario at JD Development Group

About the RoleJD Development Group, a Markham-based real estate development company, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant (CPA) to lead tax compliance and planning across our group of entities, while supporting core accounting functions. This role is ideal for a tax-focused CPA looking to take ownership of a multi-entity, real estate development tax portfolio.
Key ResponsibilitiesTax Compliance

• Review T2 corporate income tax returns across all group entities, including related schedules (Schedule 1 reconciliations, Schedule 8 CCA/UCC, Schedule 50, etc.)
• Review T5013 partnership returns and partner slips for the group's limited partnerships
• Manage foreign reporting obligations, including T1135 Foreign Income Verification Statements for entities holding offshore fund investments
• Prepare EIFEL (Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation) calculations and Schedule 130 filings, and coordinate member notifications across affected partnerships
• Review and file GST/HST returns, including prior-period adjustments and rebate claims, with attention to rules applicable to new residential construction and development
• Track filing calendars, instalments, and deadlines across all entities; ensure timely remittances and review notices of assessment

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Support tax planning on development structures, intercompany financing, and transactions, including inter-corporate dividends (s. 112, Part IV tax, s. 55(2), RDTOH) and shareholder loan considerations (s. 15(2), s. 80.4)
• Advise on the tax treatment of CCA, terminal losses, recapture, and asset dispositions
• Research and document positions on partnership loss allocations and at-risk rules for limited partners
• Liaise with external tax advisors and legal counsel on complex matters and transaction structuring

Audit, CRA & Controls

• Serve as a primary point of contact with the Canada Revenue Agency for the group's entities; respond to CRA queries, reviews, and audits, preparing supporting documentation and analysis
• Maintain organized, audit-ready tax files and documentation of filing positions
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, controls, and compliance tracking across the group

General Accounting

• Support month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations across multiple entities
• Prepare working papers and support the annual external audit/review engagement
• Contribute to financial statement preparation and internal management reporting
• Help strengthen internal controls, processes, and accounting policies
• Mentor and review the work of junior accounting staff as needed

Qualifications

• CPA designation (required), in good standing
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a meaningful portion focused on Canadian tax
• Real estate development, construction, or related industry experience strongly preferred
• Solid working knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax and HST/GST, including real estate–specific rules
• Experience with ASPE; familiarity with multi-entity and intercompany accounting
• Strong Excel skills; experience with an accounting/ERP system an asset
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail

Compensation & Work Location
Salary: $95,000 – $115,000 annually
Location: Markham, ON — fully on-site, 5 days a week

Vacancy Status
This job posting is for an open vacancy.

Use of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used throughout the recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate assessment, and selection, to ensure efficiency and alignment with job requirements.