Senior Corporate Accountant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base annual compensation of $75,000 to $90,000

Vacation & Time Off Package

Extended Health & Dental Benefits

Job summary

A real estate development company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant to manage financial health. This role involves overseeing full-cycle accounting and financial reporting across residential and mixed-use projects. Candidates should have a CPA designation, 4-6 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in accounting software. A competitive compensation package is offered with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of accounting experience, preferably in public practice or real estate development.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles combined with budgeting and financial analysis experience.
• Eligible to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid work visa).

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes.
• Review year-end financial statements and tax returns.
• Prepare and maintain annual budgets in coordination with department heads.
• Prepare weekly cash management report for management.
• Develop templates and reporting processes that streamline accounting tasks.

Skills

Corporate accounting knowledge

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA Designation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Yardi

Sage300 CRE

Job description

Senior Corporate Accountant - Alabaster Group of Companies

The Alabaster Group of Companies encompasses Alabaster Homes, our multi‑family rental, strata and multiplex division and Pavilion Cowork, our shared office space division. While our core business is real estate development and shared office space, we pride ourselves on being a team of community builders.

Position Summary

As a Senior Corporate Accountant at Alabaster Homes, you will play a key role in managing the financial health and integrity of a dynamic real‑estate development company. You’ll be responsible for full‑cycle accounting, financial reporting, and analysis across our portfolio of residential and mix‑use projects. Working closely with the Accounting Team, you’ll ensure accurate, timely and insightful financial information that supports strategic decision making and operational excellence.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high performing accounting team in a growing company with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and integrity. You will be instrumental in refining our accounting processes, implementing best practices and helping to scale accounting operations as the company continues to expand.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Corporate Accounting & Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly and year‑end close processes by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations and variance analysis for all corporate entities.
• Review year‑end financial statements and tax returns prepared by external auditors.
• Ensure financial reporting accuracy under ASPE and company policies.

Corporate Budget and Cash Flow Forecasting

• Oversee preparation and maintenance of annual budgets and rolling forecasts in coordination with the department heads, including quarterly and annual updates.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to develop and maintain models to forecast revenue, expenses and cash flow for corporate entities.
• Support the finance team with reconciling location‑level and corporate‑level financials and investor distributions.

Reporting and Monitoring

• Prepare weekly cash management report for management.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financials, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow for distribution to the management team, including budgets to actuals.
• Maintain capital asset, prepaid, loan, and other financial schedules.
• Maintain executive dashboards to support business decisions.

Business Support

• Partner with project accountants, and other internal departments to align operational data with financial reporting.
• Provide financial information to auditors, lenders and other stakeholders as required.
• Assist in interpreting day‑to‑day accounting and management reporting.
• Assist in integration of FP&A tools with the accounting system to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop templates and reporting processes that streamline recurring accounting and forecasting tasks.

Other duties and responsibilities as required in accordance with the needs of the business.

Who You Are

You are a detail‑oriented and proactive accounting professional with a deep understanding of corporate and project‑based accounting, ideally within the real estate, construction or development sectors. You combine technical expertise with a strong business sense and are motivated by the opportunity to add value beyond the numbers.

You thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment where your ability to adapt, prioritize and communicate effectively sets you apart. You take ownership of your work, maintain high standards of accuracy and are eager to collaborate across departments to drive clarity and accountability.

In addition to these qualities, you also bring:

• CPA Designation
• 4-6 years of accounting experience, preferably in public practice, real estate development, construction or property management.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles combined with budgeting and financial analysis experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Yardi and Sage300 CRE is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment.
• Eligible to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid work visa).

Total Compensation Package

• Base annual compensation ranging from $75,000 to $90,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Vacation & Time Off Package.
• Extended Health & Dental Benefits upon successful completion of a mandatory three‑month probationary period.

This is a full‑time, permanent position offering the opportunity to grow with Alabaster’s expanding construction team.

How to Apply

• Submit a resume with a brief cover letter to [e-mail]
• In the subject line, include “Application for Senior Corporate Accountant”
• Position will remain posted until filled.
• Only selected applicants will be contacted, we regretfully cannot respond to all applications.
• No phone calls please.

The Alabaster Group of Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our Corporate Operations Team at [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance