At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial reporting for residential properties and support property managers with financial analysis.
- Company: Join FirstService Residential, a leading Canadian property management company with a positive workplace culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible hours, health benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with a focus on associate empowerment and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in property management while growing your accounting skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in accounting and 5+ years of full cycle accounting experience required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 $ per year.
FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada. Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.
We offer a hybrid working environment with flexible hours and the option for a modified 4.5 day work week. We have a comprehensive benefits program inclusive of a Health Spending Account, Workperks, and more! Most importantly, we are committed to empowering, developing and supporting all our associates.
The Property Accountant will be responsible for the timely completion of the financial reporting required for a portfolio of Condominium Corporations (properties). You will ensure that customers receive the best service possible through processes established by FirstService Residential.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure timely completion and maintenance of accounting data in order to prepare monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations and journal entries, ensuring that deadlines are met.
- Assist in the preparation and review of annual budgets for each property.
- Facilitate year-end audits and liaise with Property Managers to address audit queries.
- Provide financial analysis and support to Property Managers and internal departments by addressing concerns, financial reporting issues, and variance explanations.
- Correspond with government agencies and utility providers to ensure proper reporting and remittance; complete remittance calculations to support financial data.
- Review and maintain monthly control sheets for financial statements, budgets, and audits, to ensure information is complete, current, and accurate.
- Prepare for acquisition of clients (Set up opening trial balances, prepare initial budgets, etc.).
- Coordinate with handover properties and documents; attend operation meetings as required.
- Assist Property Managers with ad-hoc financial accounting matters as needed.
Education & Experience
- A degree or diploma in accounting.
- Professional accounting designation or close to obtaining one.
- 5+ years full cycle accounting experience.
- Residential condominium management experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies
- Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities in order to handle a heavy workload and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while remaining detail focused.
- Team player with an ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships.
- Excellent attitude and willingness to continuously learn and update skills in order to remain competitive and challenged.
- Ability to work in a flexible hour environment, as some evenings may be required in order to meet deadlines (i.e. year-end, budgets, evening board meetings etc.).
- Excellent verbal and written skills, ability to communicate ideas effectively while maintaining composure in a changing environment.
- Standard proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel is required.
- Knowledge of YARDI Accounting software is an asset.
Compensation
Compensation for this role is $50,000 to 70,000 + benefits.
FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. FirstService Residential welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.
Property Accountant in Mississauga employer: FirstService Residential Canada
FirstService Residential is an exceptional employer, recognized for its commitment to associate satisfaction and professional growth, as evidenced by our Great Place to Work certification. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture, employees in the North Region of Canada can thrive in their careers while enjoying the opportunity to lead impactful marketing initiatives across diverse provinces. Join a high-performing team that values collaboration and innovation, and take advantage of our dedication to your development in the dynamic field of property management.
Contact Details:
FirstService Residential Canada Recruitment Team
