Senior Project Accountant

Intracorp; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected real estate company is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting for real estate projects. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in real estate accounting, strong analytical skills, and a passion for the industry. This role offers a competitive salary and an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in real estate development accounting.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of ASPE.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting for projects.
• Prepare monthly and quarter-end working papers.
• Lead cash management requirements for projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting Software

Yardi

Sage

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

AREYOU : Passionate about Real Estate. Are you looking for an opportunity with an innovative company that will help you grow? Does the prospect of working with a talented accounting team excite you? If so you\'re probably a great fit for our position of Senior Project Accountant.

You Bring

Great organizational and time management skills and thrive in a fast-pasted environment. You are a self-starter and a versatile team player with excellent communication skills and enjoy collaborative problem-solving.

What You\'d Like You Need To Have

• 3 years of experience in real estate development accounting, job costing, and project budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, and be familiar with residential real estate development and construction cycles
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce (required)
• CPA designation (completed or near completion) is strongly preferred
• Strong technical understanding of ASPE
• A self-directed proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong ability to interpret financial data, assess project performance and identify risks
• A genuine passion for the real estate development industry is required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and investigative skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A good sense of humor!

A Day in the Life

You\'ll walk into our vibrant downtown office and grab a cup of Starbucks from our kitchen. Reporting to our Controller you will play a key role in helping our team be a business partner to the organization.

You Will

• Gain exposure to accounting and reporting functions relevant to the real estate development and construction industry
• Manage day-to-day accounting for a portfolio of condo and / or rental projects including journal entries, bank reconciliations, acquisition / disposition entries
• Prepare monthly and quarter-end working papers
• Lead cash management requirements for your projects ensuring no cash shortfalls
• Prepare construction loan and partner draw reports working directly with Quantity Surveyors, lenders and our partners
• Prepare project cost and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare a monthly debt summary schedule for our investor reporting package
• Track project letters of credit and monitor timing of releases
• Prepare tax filings and regulatory reports
• Lead project proformas / budgets & reporting by liaising with department leaders; provide detailed variance analysis on major project budgets drivers
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management on project performance and risk
• Prepare distribution and waterfall projections
• Review legal partnership agreements, Development and Construction Management agreements to ensure projects are in compliance with ASPE
• Implement and improve internal controls processes and reporting tools to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Where applicable to your project portfolio prepare project year-end financial statements (including note disclosures) in accordance with ASPE and lead the annual audit
• Actively participate in system implementations and ad hoc projects as required
• Mentor and support other Project Accountants on the team

Our Culture

Our diversity enables our creativity. It is our differences that help us to make better choices, innovate and deliver extraordinary results. Our culture is built upon inclusivity: we respect every team member\'s strengths, views and experiences. We\'re invested in your growth and offer much more than the typical job. With us you\'ll not only build extraordinary homes but an extraordinary career. It doesn\'t matter your position once you\'re part of the Intracorp team we are dedicated to supporting you to succeed.

Intracorp Homes supports equal employment opportunity. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability status or any other protected characteristics. We take pride in fostering an inclusive workplace where our team excel based on their merit and ability.

Our Company

Intracorp Homes has been building the extraordinary for more than 49 years. We are a sophisticated full-service urban real estate company with collaborative teams and in-house expertise in acquisitions, design, city approvals, debt and equity financing, construction, marketing and sales. We strive to enhance the lives of our homeowners and add to the fabric of the existing communities in which we build.

Required Experience

Senior IC

Key Skills

Accounting Software, Construction Experience, GAAP, Accounting, Yardi, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Accrual Accounting, Microsoft Excel, ERP Systems, JD Edwards, Contracts

• Employment Type: Full-Time

• Experience: years

• Vacancy: 1

• Monthly Salary: 90000 - 103000