Staff Accountant

Real is a fast-growing national real estate brokerage powered by technology. Real is currently operating in all U.S. states, Canada, and the District of Columbia. Founded in 2014, Real is a trailblazer in the Residential Real Estate industry, as we lead the disruption with our cutting-edge technology platform. We are on a mission to revolutionize the home-buying and selling process, making agents' lives better while creating lucrative financial opportunities for them.

For more information, visit https://www.onereal.com

Location: Remote - Canada. MUST be based in Canada to be considered.

Duration and Rate: This is a temporary role (up to 40 hours per week) for six-months, offering an hourly rate of $28–$32 CAD (DOE).

Work Schedule: Candidates must either reside in an Eastern Time Zone province (e.g., Ontario, Quebec) or be able to regularly work ET hours.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a meticulous and organized Staff Accountant to join our team on a temporary basis. In this role, you will be responsible for managing agent commission payouts and reconciling all incoming deposits across multiple accounts accurately and efficiently. You will work across multiple platforms and ensure seamless coordination between our operations, finance, and agent support teams. This is a key position that supports the financial integrity of our brokerage operations and ensures compliance with industry regulations and trust accounting standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Payout:

Execute timely and accurate commission payouts via online banking systems

Maintain payout records and reconcile discrepancies using spreadsheets and accounting tools

Coordinate with agents, brokers, conveyancers and finance team to resolve payout related queries

Performs essential functions personally, through others, or in conjunction with designated personnel or outside vendors/experts.

Research disputed invoices, assists staff with questions regarding accounts, reimbursements.

Assist in providing reports to internal and external auditors

Assist payout team with inquiries regarding payment status

Perform daily/weekly/monthly bank reconciliation

Maintain transaction data integrity across transaction management, accounting, and administrative platforms

Continuously identify process improvements and recommend system optimizations

Adheres to financial laws and guidelines

Deposits:

Monitor and track all incoming deposits into brokerage trust and operating accounts on a daily basis.

Identify the source and purpose of each deposit, including commission payments, client deposits, and third-party transfers.

Liaise with real estate agents, conveyancers, brokers, and other stakeholders to confirm deposit details.

Match deposits to corresponding deals, transactions, or invoices in the brokerage management system.

Ensure timely and accurate entry of deposit data into internal systems and financial records.

Investigate and resolve any unidentified or misallocated deposits.

Maintain detailed records of all reconciliations and communications for audit and compliance purposes.

Collaborate with the finance and deal administration teams to support month-end and year-end processes.

Assist in refining deposit tracking and reconciliation workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Required Skills/Abilities

In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices

Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting

Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP)

An analytical mind with a strategic ability

Excellent organizational and leadership skills

Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

Education and Experience:

Proven experience as AP Accountant or similar role

BCom in Accounting, finance, or relevant field

CPA or other relevant qualification is a plus

Experience with training and oversight of operations

Must Have:

Ability to truly encompass our Company Core Values

Work Hard, Be Kind

Tech x Humanity

“We” are bigger than “me”

Real is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.