Development Accountant

QuadReal; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent real estate investment firm in Vancouver is seeking a Development Accountant to manage accounting and financial reporting for domestic development projects. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in accounting software, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with development teams. This position offers a salary range of $75,000 - $90,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-3 years accounting experience in a development accounting environment.
• Minimum 1-3 years working in a financial reporting position.
• Self-starter and organized.

Responsibilities

• Support operational reporting including forecasting and cash management.
• Prepare project working papers files including supporting variance analysis.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information internally and externally.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

CPA or enrolled in a professional accounting designation

Tools

Yardi

AI/BI platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come. QuadReal: Excellence lives here. www.quadreal.com

Role Description

QuadReal Property Group seeks a Development Accountant to manage accounting and financial reporting for its domestic development projects. The role requires proficiency in accounting software and strong collaboration with development teams to ensure accurate financial management and reporting. The Development Accountant will support operational reporting, forecasting, budgeting, financial statement preparation, and internal controls related to development activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial information for management.

Responsibilities

• Support operational reporting including forecasting, cash management, fees, etc.
• Support monthly forecasting & proforma process
• Support annual budgeting process.
• Support financial working paper files and financial statement reporting
• Support operational and financial dashboard reporting
• Prepare project working papers files including supporting variance analysis
• Assist in updating and maintaining the Development Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Assist in the design and implementation of internal controls related to development activity.
• Backfill and support where require within the Development Accounting team
• Provide accurate and timely financial information as required internally and externally by management and other departments
• Complete all job functions accurately, efficiently, and by the assigned deadlines.
• Utilize and develop skills such as problem solving, decision making, time management, effective communication, and delegation to achieve the desired results.
• Support members of their team, including coworkers and managers, by taking full responsibility for their own work.
• Add value by providing accurate and timely financial information that helps the development team better manager projects and budgets, make timely decisions, provide meaningful financial reports, and monitor cash flows.

Experience and Qualifications

• CPA or enrolled in a professional accounting designation
• Minimum 1-3 years accounting experience in a development accounting environment
• Minimum 1-3 years working in a financial reporting position
• Specialized computer skills in a range of software including: Yardi, AI, BI platforms and Microsoft Office.
• Advanced excel
• Self starter and organized
• Effective Decision Making within level of authority
• Problem Solving and analytical Skills
• Effective communication, written and verbal
• Teamwork, ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Contribute to a positive work environment / culture.

Don’t have all of the above skills? Don’t worry, we still want to hear from you!

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000.

The actual salary offered will take into consideration a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, education and training, the market compensation of the role, and the consideration to internal equity.

QuadReal offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to the base pay, which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined contribution pension plan and paid time off.

Note to Recruiters: QuadReal does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to QuadReal, directly or indirectly, will be considered QuadReal property. QuadReal will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.

QuadReal Property Group will provide reasonable accommodation at any time throughout the hiring process for applicants with disabilities or for those needing job postings in an alternate format. If you require accommodation, please advise the Talent Acquisition team member you are working with and include the following: Job posting #, your name and your preferred method of contact.