Accountant

Avana Developments Inc.; Regina; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Pension plan

Vacation 20 days

Parental leave top-up

Career development

Job summary

Avana Developments Inc. is seeking a skilled Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting and financial management for a portion of our development and property management portfolio.

Reporting to the Controller, you will work with the accounting team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate reporting and strong controls. You will prepare monthly/quarterly statements, maintain the general ledger, support tax filings and payroll, and assist with budgets and forecasts, while safeguarding

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Post-secondary education in accounting.
• Experience in construction and/or property management accounting is asset.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and adapts well to change.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and variance analysis.
• Maintain the general ledger and complete account reconciliations.
• Review and approve invoices, support accounts payable and vendor inquiries.
• Prepare tax filings and process payroll.
• Maintain and analyze revenue records for the property management portfolio, supporting accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Own the day‑to‑day construction project accounting, including cost tracking, holdbacks, and project reconciliations.
• Support cash management activities, including liquidity monitoring, forecasting, and analysis.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, including variance analysis and reporting.
• Support year‑end close, audits, and internal controls.
• Support intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and consolidation eliminations.
• Contribute to process improvements and collaborate with cross‑functional teams

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Post-secondary degree in accounting

Job description

About Avana

Avana is a growing real estate development and property management company committed to creating safe, vibrant, and inclusive communities where residents feel proud to call home. We build and manage thoughtfully designed rental communities with a strong focus on quality, resident experience, and community growth. Our workplace culture is rooted in collaboration, accountability, and shared success.

About the Role

At Avana, accurate financial management and reporting are essential to the success and growth of our portfolio. The accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and financial management of an assigned portion of Avana’s development and property management portfolio. Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant works collaboratively with other members of the accounting team and must be experienced, organized, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, starting at 8:00 a.m. (on-site)

What You’ll Do

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and variance analysis.
• Maintain the general ledger and complete account reconciliations.
• Review and approve invoices, support accounts payable and vendor inquiries.
• Prepare tax filings and process payroll.
• Maintain and analyze revenue records for the property management portfolio, supporting accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Own the day‑to‑day construction project accounting, including cost tracking, holdbacks, and project reconciliations.
• Support cash management activities, including liquidity monitoring, forecasting, and analysis.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, including variance analysis and reporting.
• Support year‑end close, audits, and internal controls.
• Support intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and consolidation eliminations.
• Contribute to process improvements and collaborate with cross‑functional teams

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Post‑secondary education in accounting.
• Experience in construction and/or property management accounting is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced environment and adapts well to change.

Why Join Avana

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits with 80% employer-paid premiums.
• Employer matched pension plan starting after one year of employment.
• Vacation entitlement starting at 20 business days annually.
• Parental leave top-up program for eligible employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A fast-paced, values-driven environment where your contributions directly impact the resident experience and success of our communities.
• The opportunity to support a growing portfolio while making a meaningful contribution to Avana’s financial operations, teams, residents, and communities.