Senior Property Accountant

CAPREIT; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Canada seeks a Senior Property Accountant. This hybrid role involves financial operations, preparing review packages, and collaborating with teams to ensure accurate reporting. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills and a degree in Accounting or Business, with 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Flexible Health, Dental & Vision Benefits

Employee Savings Plan

Employee & Family Assistance Plan

Learning & Professional Development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in property management.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; SAP experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly Ancillary Services Financial Review packages.
• Record monthly journal entries with complete supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and review annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Accounting or Business

CPA enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Are you a detailed driven accounting professional with a passion for problem solving and collaboration?

Do you want to grow your career with one of Canada’s most respected property management companies, consistently recognized as one of the 50 Best Employers in the country?

If this sounds like you, come join our community as aSenior Property Accountant.

This is a hybrid role that works closely with both the Ancillary and Property Accounting teams. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our Western Canada Operations portfolio.

Who are we?

We are a growth-oriented company that own and operate the highest quality rental communities across Canada. We offer our residents attractive, comfortable and secure homes.

Our employees are essential to the success of our communities and we consider them our most valuable assets. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. This is reflected in our industry leading levels of Employee Engagement.

About the Senior Property Accountant opportunity:

This role is a key contributor to the financial operations of our Property Accounting division. You’ll be responsible for preparing monthly financial review packages, managing journal entries and A/R records, and supporting budgeting and forecasting processes. You’ll also collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate reporting and efficient collections.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly Ancillary Services Financial Review packages.
• Record monthly journal entries with complete supporting documentation.
• Coordinate and review annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for ancillary revenue and utility chargebacks.
• Analyze antenna matrix data and SAP entries for accuracy.
• Provide variance commentary on cable and laundry revenues.
• Recommend improvements to accounting procedures and policies.
• Review and analyze A/R reports for antenna, parking, and other ancillary contracts.
• Collaborate with Ancillary and Property Accounting teams to resolve outstanding balances.
• Provide financial guidance and respond to queries from internal teams and auditors.
• Support system enhancements and participate in special projects as assigned.

What do you need to succeed?

• 3–5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, preferably in property management or a related industry.
• Degree in Accounting or Business; CPA enrollment or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required; SAP experience is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

What’s in it for you?

In this role you will be rewarded with:

• Competitive Base Salary starting between $75,000-$80,000.
• Paid Vacation
• Flexible Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Employee Savings Plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Plan
• Learning & Professional Development

Your opportunity to build an exciting career!