Property Accountant

Cameron Development Corp.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & personal time

Professional development

Job summary

Cameron Corporation is seeking a Property Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting for a diverse Alberta property portfolio. You will collaborate with Property Management and ownership to deliver timely financial reporting and insightful analyses.

The role emphasizes ownership, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration, with opportunities to impact operations beyond standard accounting tasks.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience with reconciliations, budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Monitor operating costs, AR/AP, and support cost recoveries.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Financial reporting

Variance analysis

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

Tools

Yardi

Excel

Job description

Who We Are

At Cameron Corporation, we're more than a real estate development and management company. We're a family-run business built on strong relationships, mutual respect, and a genuine commitment to the people who make our success possible.

For decades, we’ve been developing, investing in, and managing high-quality commercial, industrial, residential, and mixed-use properties across Alberta. While our portfolio continues to grow, we’ve worked hard to maintain the values that got us here: integrity and honesty, reputation for excellence, social responsibility and hard work and accountability.

We believe that great businesses are built by great people. That's why we foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees are trusted, encouraged to contribute ideas, and empowered to make an impact. When you join Cameron Corporation, you're joining a team that celebrates successes together, supports each other through challenges, genuinely cares for one another and takes pride in the communities we help build.

We’re currently seeking a Property Accountant to join our growing team.

The Opportunity

As Property Accountant, you will play a key role in the financial management of a diverse portfolio of properties. Working closely with Property Management, ownership groups, and internal stakeholders, you’ll provide accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and strong financial stewardship that supports the ongoing success of our properties and business.

If you are someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems, collaborating with operational teams, and contributing beyond the numbers, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Impact

Property Accounting

• Manage full-cycle accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Analyze operating results, investigate variances, and provide financial insights.
• Monitor accounts receivable, support collections, and review accounts payable allocations.

Tenant Accounting & Recoveries

• Administer tenant billings, rent adjustments, and lease-related accounting transactions.
• Review lease abstracts and maintain accurate lease information within the accounting system.
• Prepare annual operating cost recoveries and property tax reconciliations.
• Support tenant and property management inquiries regarding account balances, operating costs, and taxes.

Financial & Compliance Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages and supporting schedules.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis for management and Property Management teams.
• Support lender, investor, and ownership reporting requirements.
• Prepare GST/HST reconciliations and filings while ensuring compliance with accounting policies and controls.

Year-End & Audit Support

• Coordinate year-end working papers and supporting documentation.
• Assist external auditors and respond to audit requests.
• Support operating cost audits and tenant reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, policies, and internal controls.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency.
• Participate in system implementations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate property records and documentation.
• Support additional operational priorities and projects as required.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years of real estate, property, commercial, industrial, or retail accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other accounting systems.
• Experience with reconciliations, budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation, CPA candidate status, or plans to pursue a CPA designation.
• Experience within real estate development, investment, or property management organizations.
• Experience preparing CAM reconciliations and tenant recoveries.
• Familiarity with Yardi or comparable property management/accounting software.
• Experience with investor, partnership, or joint venture reporting.
• Knowledge of GST and real estate-related tax requirements.
• Experience participating in system implementations or ERP migrations.

What Sets You Apart

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with a collaborative mindset. You'll be successful in this role if you:

• Take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Think critically and enjoy solving problems.
• Communicate effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships and work well as part of a team.
• Take ownership and accountability for your work.
• Continuously seek ways to improve processes and drive efficiencies.

What We Provide

Benefits & Perks

At Cameron Corporation, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employer-supported retirement savings program
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunities for career growth within a growing organization
• A collaborative, supportive, and family-oriented culture
• Team events, employee recognition programs, and company celebrations
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing Alberta-based real estate organization

At Cameron Corporation, we're proud of what we've built and even more excited about where we're headed. We're looking for people who share our values, care about doing great work, and want to be part of a team that genuinely supports one another.