Property Administrator

BGO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BGO, a leading global real estate investment management advisor, is seeking a Property Administrator in Ottawa. The role involves supporting daily administrative activities, managing rent collection, and preparing budgets. Ideal candidates will have strong financial understanding, organizational skills, and experience in administrative roles, contributing to a sustainable work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles with financial understanding.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Professional communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting and administrative activities.
• Manage rent collection and tenant accounts.
• Assist in preparing the annual budget.

Skills

Financial understanding

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary accounting courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi software

Job description

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Sun Life Financial Centre | Ottawa, ON

Who We Are:

BGO is a leading, global real estate investment management advisor, real estate lender, and a recognized provider of real estate services. Serving over 750 institutional clients, BGO manages a diverse portfolio across the globe, with offices in 28 cities across 14 countries. As part of SLC Management of Sun Life, BGO values growth, development, and a safe, sustainable work environment.

The Opportunity:

Located downtown Ottawa, reporting to the Property Manager, the Property Administrator supports the daily administrative activities for an office portfolio.

What You Will Do

1. Support all aspects of day-to-day accounting and administrative activities for the portfolio.
2. Manage rent collection, cheque posting, and application of funds to tenant accounts.
3. Coordinate with tenants and accounting on accounts receivable matters and report weekly on receivables status.
4. Review monthly recurring billings and process invoices using JD Edwards.
5. Prepare tenant chargeback requisitions and distribute correspondence.
6. Assist in preparing the annual budget for assigned buildings.
7. Read and understand leases, review Lease Review Checklists, and maintain security deposit reports.
8. Update tenant information and complete all administrative functions related to property management.
9. Liaise with tenants and contractors as required.
10. Adhere to environmental policies, the Code of Conduct, and other relevant policies.
11. Support BGO's culture of environmental and social responsibility.
12. Perform other duties as directed by the Property Manager.

Who You Are

1. Experience in administrative roles with strong financial understanding; real estate operations experience is a plus.
2. High school diploma with post-secondary accounting and computer courses.
3. Highly organized, detail-oriented, with general accounting knowledge.
4. Professional communication skills, both oral and written.
5. Ability to develop cooperative relationships, self-motivated, and committed to growth.
6. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Yardi software is an asset.
7. Criminal background check required.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and are committed to equitable hiring practices. For accommodations, contact [e-mail] with the job posting number, your name, and contact details.