Senior Property Accountant

Zen Residential Ltd.; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Senior Property Accountant to lead financial reporting and ensure compliance across a diverse residential portfolio. This role involves overseeing a dedicated team, enhancing accounting processes, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive strategic decisions. Join a supportive environment that values work-life balance and fosters professional growth. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the success of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in property management.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Ongoing Education Support

Career Development Opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience in property accounting.
• Strong background in full-cycle property accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for residential portfolio.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of property accountants.

Skills

Full-Cycle Property Accounting

Financial Reporting

Regulatory Compliance

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA Designation

Tools

Yardi

Buildium

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

AtZen Residential Ltd., we go beyond property management—we deliver peace of mind. With a growing residential portfolio across Calgary, Edmonton, and surrounding regions, we're committed to excellence, innovation, and a people-first approach. We take pride in building communities that feel like home, and that includes the one we've built for our employees.

Why Join Zen Residential?

• Work-Life Balance-We know life doesn’t stop when the workday begins. That’s why we support balance and flexibility that allow our team to show up fully both at work and at home.
• We Invest in You-We’re committed to your growth. We proudly support ongoing education, industry certifications, and career development every step of the way.
• People-First Culture-At Zen, you’re more than a number—you’re a part of a team that values open communication, mutual respect, and shared success. We support each other and celebrate together.
• Real Career Growth-We promote from within, match people to their strengths, and create space for advancement as we grow together.
• Diversity & Inclusion-We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

About the Role

We're looking for a Senior Property Accountant to play a leadership role on our accounting team. In this position, you'll oversee financial reporting across our residential portfolio, ensuring accuracy and timeliness while contributing to smooth, efficient operations.

This role is pivotal in driving financial integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance (including RECA standards), and fostering a high-performing accounting team. From daily operations to month-end close, you'll deliver meaningful insights to leadership, support strategic decisions, and contribute to the success of our growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for Zen's residential portfolio
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of property accountants, fostering professional growth and accountability
• Review and approve property accountants' work, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal standards and timelines
• Ensure ongoing compliance with RECA regulations and act as the audit focal point during RECA audits
• Facilitate owner financial requests, including custom reporting, analysis, and clarification of financial results
• Work cross-functionally with property managers, vendors, and tenants to maintain seamless accounting operations
• Drive the onboarding and offboarding of properties from a financial and accounting perspective, ensuring smooth transitions
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures in line with GAAP and industry best practices
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage all aspects of audit readiness
• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis process
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, asset management, and executive leadership to support business strategy and compliance
• Lead initiatives to streamline reporting processes and improve accounting systems for scalability and efficiency

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• CPA designation (or equivalent) strongly preferred
• 3-5+years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong background in full-cycle property accounting (residential property accounting preferred)
• Proficiency in property management accounting platforms, such as Yardi, Buildium, or similar
• Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills
• High attention to detail and a drive for accuracy, integrity, and process ownership
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Ready to Find Your Zen?

Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise drives real impact, your voice is valued, and your growth is a priority.

Apply now and be part of the future of property management.