<p>Our client, a leader in real estate investment and asset management, is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their finance team. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this professional will play a key role in supporting accounting operations, financial reporting, and process enhancements. This is a prime opportunity for an accounting professional ready to advance within a high-performing, collaborative organization. This position is based in Edmonton, Alberta.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Support the Director of Finance with daily accounting operations, including preparing and reviewing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.</li><li>Supervise 5 Property Accountants, review of their work and daily on the job coaching and mentorship</li><li>Manage general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close processes.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory requirements relevant to real estate investments and asset management.</li><li>Collaborate with asset management, operations, and external auditors to facilitate transparent and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, allocate expenses, and support treasury operations.</li><li>Monitor cash flow, assist with capital activity tracking, and support investment accounting within multiple real estate entities.</li><li>Participate in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to enhance financial processes and control efficiency.</li><li>Assist in tax planning and compliance activities as required.</li><li>Lead and contribute to special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed by the Director of Finance and executive leadership.</li></ul>
<p>Join an industry-leading construction and development company as a Property Accountant. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for full-cycle accounting for a diverse portfolio of properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, budget preparation, and cost control. Experience with Yardi property management/accounting software is required. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform full-cycle accounting functions for assigned properties, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present timely and accurate financial statements for each property.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash receipts entries within Yardi.</li><li>Monitor, analyze, and report on property budgets, variances, and forecasting.</li><li>Support preparation and compliance of CAM (Common Area Maintenance), property tax, insurance, and other recoverable charges.</li><li>Assist in preparation of annual budgets and periodic reforecasts for the properties.</li><li>Work closely with property management teams to ensure tenant bills, lease administration, and expense allocations are accurate.</li><li>Collaborate with external auditors and support audit requests as needed.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, applicable GAAP standards, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>
