Accounting Analyst, Property Management

Skyline Group of Companies; Guelph; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Accounting Analyst to join their team in a vibrant and fast-paced environment. In this role, you will engage in various accounting functions, including property accounting, payroll, and cost accounting. Your attention to detail and analytical skills will be essential as you prepare financial reports, maintain records, and support the company's commitment to creating exceptional value for clients and communities. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive organization that values work-life balance and encourages professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Benefits

Paid Volunteer Day

Ongoing Training

Growth Potential

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a related accounting position.
• Strong understanding of auditing practices and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper financial records and reporting for assigned portfolio.
• Prepare detailed variance analysis of revenue and expenses.
• Manage accounts receivable and reconcile tenant ledgers.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Auditing Practices

Critical Thinking

Analytical Skills

Spreadsheet Management

Data Organization

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Accounting

Accounting Designation

Tools

Yardi

Job description

We’re growing! And looking for a passionate, driven and energetic candidate to join our team for the position of Accounting Analyst located in Guelph, Ontario.

Job Description
Looking for a change? We are searching for a thorough, detail oriented and highly proficient Accounting Analyst to join our company and make their mark in a fast-paced, professional and fun environment. The successful Accounting Analyst will be performing professional accounting tasks and analysis of financial data in support of various accounting functions including Property Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Cost Accounting, and General Accounting while supporting our shared goal of creating meaningful value and an exceptional experience for our customers, our people and our communities.

What you will be doing:

1. Ensure proper financial records, controls, and reporting for assigned portfolio.
2. Reconcile and maintain a full understanding of all balance sheet and income statements.
3. Prepare detailed variance analysis of revenue and expenses.
4. Complete monthly and quarterly reporting for properties assigned.
5. Set up new tenants and maintain tenant leases in Yardi.
6. Participation in annual budget and year end processes, as required.
7. Complete bank reconciliations, as requested.
8. Ensure all GST/HST are reconciled and remitted monthly.
9. Accounts receivable management; review and monitor accounts receivable. Reconcile accounts receivable, tenant ledgers and prepaid rent.

What we look for:

1. A love of all things accounting and the ability to apply accounting theory, principles and techniques.
2. Strong understanding of auditing practices and principles.
3. A fondness for setting up and maintaining spreadsheets and databases (seriously...there are so many spreadsheets) as well as organizing data to prepare reports and financial documentation.
4. Knowledge of commercial and/or retail property management.
5. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
6. Demonstrated experience in accounting software (i.e. Yardi).
7. Professionalism - it means so many things, but to us it's about taking pride in the quality of service we provide to our customers inside and outside the organization.
8. Post-Secondary education in Accounting, Finance or related discipline is required.
9. Accounting designation or working towards a designation is an asset.
10. Two to three years of experience in a related position.

Why you want to work here:

1. You get a thrill from staying organized; crunching numbers and spreadsheets are your “thing”.
2. Ensuring your work is detailed and accurate is a must for you.
3. You want to work for a company that supports work-life balance.
4. Proactive is your middle name and you strive for constant improvement (especially when no one is looking).
5. You want to be a part of a great team that celebrates individuality, as well as supports and builds people up.
6. You want to work for a growing company that supports environmental stewardship and social responsibilities.

The Skyline Group of Companies is a fully integrated investment management organization: grounded in real estate, powered by people, and growing for the future. Every aspect of Skyline is managed with the utmost care and attention to detail, from consulting with investors to fostering a sense of community at each and every one of our properties.

We offer our employees competitive pay, benefits, paid volunteer day, ongoing training, growth potential and so much more. Our workplace culture empowers staff at all levels to become involved in supporting and building vibrant communities.

Be a part of Skyline - Grounded in real estate. Powered by people. Growing for the future!

#BeaSkylinerGRP