Real Estate Accountant

SSA Recruitment (CA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Intermediate Accountant in Vancouver. The role involves managing invoices, overseeing construction draws, and compliance with tax filings. Ideal candidates should have a Professional Accounting Designation or a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a minimum of 2 years of real estate experience. A salary of up to $85,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Professional Accounting Designation or Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Accounting.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in real estate development or construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage non‑construction invoices and facilitate monthly processing.
• Oversee construction draw processes and prepare monthly draws.
• Review, record, and reconcile all bank transactions.
• Collaborate with tax accountants for annual filings.
• Handle GST filings and respond to inquiries.
• Assist in preparing partner reports and internal controls.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong prioritization skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Excellent communication abilities

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Familiarity with accounting systems

Education

Professional Accounting Designation or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Yardi Job Cost

Sage 300

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the CEO, we seek an Intermediate Accountant with outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated individual who excels in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage non‑construction invoices and facilitate monthly processing for draw submissions.
• Oversee construction draw processes.
• Prepare monthly draws in conjunction with construction loans.
• Review, record, and reconcile all bank transactions.
• Collaborate with tax accountants for annual filings.
• Handle GST filings.
• Provide timely responses to internal and external inquiries.
• Assist in preparing partner reports.
• Track and follow up on letters of credit and deposits.
• Engage closely with development teams, attending project status meetings, and offering financial updates.
• Aid in designing and implementing internal controls related to development activities.
• Perform other administrative accounting duties as needed.

Skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong prioritization skills to meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making capabilities.
• Proficient in various software, particularly Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with accounting systems like Yardi Job Cost, Sage 300, or equivalent.

Education / Experience

• Professional Accounting Designation or Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Accounting or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in real estate development and / or high‑rise design and construction.

Salary up to $85,000