Property Accountant

Greystar Worldwide, LLC$78K — $85K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Vancouver, BC
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related fields preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience applying GAAP principles.
  • Prior experience in commercial accounting essential.
  • Experience with GST/HST filing required.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills for handling multiple priorities.
  • Effective communication skills for teamwork with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

  • Compile and analyze financial information for accounting reports and journal entries.
  • Review budgets and other accounting documents to resolve discrepancies.
  • Perform bank reconciliations, wire transfers, and ensure financial accuracy.
  • Maintain accounting control procedures and recommend budget levels.
  • Analyze financial resources related to property transactions and budgets.
  • Act as liaison for internal and external audits, providing requested data.
  • Assist management and property managers in timely accounting processes.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility, with potential hybrid options.
  • Occasional in-person training sessions in Vancouver office.
  • Opportunity to participate in performance-based bonus programs.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
This role applies generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to analyze financial information, reconcile financial statements, prepare general and standard journal entries, assist in budget development, and prepare standard accounting and financial reports for management.

*This position can be located remotely anywhere in Vancouver or British Columbia. There may be a requirement for some in-person training in the Vancouver office from time to time. Also open to candidates who are interested in working a hybrid model and want to work from the Vancouver office.

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Compiles and analyzes financial information in preparation for entry into various financial statements and accounting reports, and makes appropriate journal entries for recording in the general ledger by checking calculations, reviewing basis for figures, and balancing and reconciling figures.
  • Reviews budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, invoices, and other accounting documents and researches and resolves discrepancies, as necessary.
  • Performs bank reconciliations and wire transfers for deposit, makes mortgage payments and distributions, and ensures accuracy.
  • Maintains and coordinates accounting control procedures by analyzing revenue and expenditure trends and recommending appropriate budget levels to ensure expenditure control.
  • Analyzes and reviews accounting and financial resources for property acquisitions, dispositions, and closings and budgets and expenditures for local, state, federal, private funding, contracts, grants, and other corporate financial and accounting transactions.
  • Acts as a liaison to internal and external auditors by explaining journal entries and financial transactions, providing research data and information as requested, and answering questions necessary to complete the audit in a timely manner.
  • Communicates with onsite and other property managers to assist in completing pre-close and close activities, answer questions, provide support, and ensure timely completion of accounting processes for on-time client and Company reporting.
  • Completes various financial, accounting, administrative, and other reports and analysis, and performs other duties as assigned or as necessary.


BASIC KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related fields.
  • 2 years minimum experience that demonstrates the application and usage of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and sufficient to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports in accordance with account, finance, budgeting, and cost control principles.
  • Prior commercial accounting experience required.
  • GST/HST filing experience required.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills to effectively track, report, and manage multiple priorities where meeting deadlines is critical.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment with a wide variety of people, including business leaders.


SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
  • High degree of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, property management software (Yardi or OneSite), and database management programs in order to complete required reports.


TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Team members work in an office or remote work environment. No special physical demands are required.
  • Rare or occasional travel will be required to attend business meetings, training programs, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.


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The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $85,000 CAD.

Additional Compensation:

Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.
  • Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.
  • Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.

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