Junior Property Accountant

Kassen Recruitment; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing real estate management company is seeking a Junior Property Accountant to enhance their finance team. Ideal for those early in their accounting journey, this role involves hands-on experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and working closely with property managers. Join a supportive environment offering mentorship and diverse responsibilities in property accounting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in property accounting or full-cycle accounting.
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, or property recoveries is a plus.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and reconciliations.
• Complete rent roll billing, management fees, and tenant chargebacks.
• Assist with year-end audits and month-end close.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma or degree in accounting, business, or a related field

Tools

Property management platforms

Job description

A growing company in the real estate management sector is looking for a Junior Property Accountant to join their collaborative finance team. This opportunity offers hands-on experience with full-cycle property accounting and the chance to work closely with both accounting leads and property managers. It's ideal for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys balancing numbers, process, and communication.

About the Role
Reporting to a senior member of the accounting team, this role is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial reporting for a portfolio of real estate properties. The Junior Property Accountant ensures accurate tracking of monthly activity, assists with budgeting and forecasting, and responds to internal and tenant inquiries to support overall property performance.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare monthly financial statements, reports, and reconciliations
• Complete rent roll billing, management fees, and tenant chargebacks
• Process tax filings and remittances (GST, PST, non-resident tax)
• Support monthly distributions and cash flow reporting
• Track capital expenditures and follow up on variances
• Review A/R activity and assist with tenant-related questions
• Handle annual CAM and property tax reconciliations
• Support budget and forecast preparation with the property team
• Review and enter lease data into the system and update recovery schedules
• Assist with year-end audits, working papers, and documentation
• Contribute to special projects, property transitions, and month-end close

What You Bring

• Diploma or degree in accounting, business, or a related field
• 1–2 years of experience in property accounting or full-cycle accounting
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, or property recoveries is a plus
• Intermediate Excel skills and comfort with financial systems
• Experience with property management platforms is an asset
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good judgment, clear communication, and a collaborative attitude
• Ability to prioritize, stay calm under pressure, and meet deadlines

Why Join
This is a great opportunity to develop your property accounting skills in a supportive and professional team. You’ll benefit from direct mentorship, varied responsibilities, and exposure to both accounting and operations.