Junior Property Accountant

Are you a dynamic individual with a knack for numbers and a passion for property management? We have an exciting opportunity for you We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Commercial Junior Property Accountant to become a valuable member of our Commercial team.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong client focused communication, support skills
• Advanced proficiency in using various systems and Microsoft Excel.
• A strong interest or current pursuit of a CPA designation.

Warrington PCI Management is the largest commercial property management companies in BC managing over 17 million square feet of spaces for our clients, partners, and more.

We strive to create real value for people and places. We aim to elevate the process and build community in the places and people we serve. In turn, we foster a people-first culture to encourage personal and professional development.

Junior Property Accountant Full Job Description:

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of the Junior Property Accountant is to manage the full-cycle accounting of assigned proper-ties. With guidance from the Team Leads and Property Manager(s), the Junior Property Accountant acts as the first point of contact for all internal accounting related inquiries for the assigned properties and assists the Property Management team by providing insights through reports. The Junior Property Accountant manages the assigned properties' accounts to ensure an accurate representation of monthly and year-to-date transactions through financial statements and other reports.

Specific Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Property Accounting:

• Prepare month-end financial statements and management reports, including variance analysis and account reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner
• Perform management fee billings, rent roll billings and tenant chargebacks
• Prepare tax filing and remittances (e.g., GST, PST, and Non-Resident tax installments)
• Prepare cash-flow and monthly distributions
• Assist in tracking of capital expenditures and follow-up with Property Managers on monthly variances
• Review accounts receivable and assist Property Managers on tenant queries
• Prepare year-end working papers and liaise with auditors
• Prepare annual CAM and Tax recovery reconciliation and billings
• Assist Property Managers in preparing annual property forecast and budget
• Determine budgeted operating expense and realty tax installments
• Update tenant charges based on approved budgeted operating expense and realty tax installments
• Review and enter new leases or amendments into Yardi Voyager
• Update property recovery matrix based on the review of leases
• Review and revise A/P coding to ensure accuracy
• File and organize accounting documents of assigned properties
• Process and distribute paperwork to relevant parties
• Provide month end closing support to Senior Property Accountant and/or Accounting Manager

Other Responsibilities

• Assist with special projects, including new property set up, sale of property, and other duties as assigned
• Provide vacation coverage for other Property Accountants as may be required
• Other duties and special projects as required

Qualifications

To be successful in the Junior Property Accountant position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:

Education and Experience

• Degree or diploma in a related field, with a preference for commerce or accounting-related major
• Between 1-2 years of real estate, property management accounting experience is an asset
• Working towards CPA designation or achieved CPA designation an asset
• Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Some experience with forecasting, budgeting and recoveries
• Experience with property management accounting, forecasting, budgeting and recoveries as asset
• Intermediate computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word)
• Experience and working knowledge of Yardi Voyager or accounting software an asset

Competencies

• Practical judgement and decisive manner
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in the English language
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain a calm focus
• Detail oriented with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Positive self-starter, self-motivated, hands-on mentality with the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• A dedication to providing exceptional customer service
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to cope with changes including changes in business and client needs
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-pace environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you currently have status to work full-time in Canada? This is a full-time (37.5 hours/ week) role.
• What draws you into a Junior Commercial Property Accountant position?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6E 2Y2