Senior Property Accountant
Calgary
Full Time
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly financial statements for a portfolio of properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop, monitor, and analyze budgets, including variance reporting, to support operational and financial goals.
- Tenant Accounting: Oversee tenant billing processes, including rent calculations, lease audits, and recoveries, while maintaining clear records.
- Reconciliations: Perform regular reconciliations for bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and intercompany transactions.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to accounting standards, legal requirements, and company policies.
- Support Operations: Collaborate with property managers by providing financial insights and actionable recommendations.
- Audit Assistance: Prepare working papers and assist with internal and external audits.
- Team Leadership: Mentor junior accounting staff and foster a collaborative, high-performance work environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of property accounting or financial reporting experience, preferably in the real estate or property management sector.
- Proficiency in property management software, with experience in Yardi being a significant asset.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, and other advanced functions).
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth, including training and career advancement.
- A supportive and innovative team culture that values your contributions.
- Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)
Work Location:
- In person