Property Accountant

THE ROLE

STRIVE is collaborating with a family-owned real estate development and property management company with a portfolio of privately held properties across Western Canada, primarily in BC’s Lower Mainland. As a company in the process of expanding their team, they are looking for a Property Accountant to contribute to their continued growth and success.

Reporting to the Controller, the Property Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions across a portfolio of properties, ensuring accurate processing, organization, and cost control. This role requires strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice coding, matching, and vendor reconciliations
• Ensure timely vendor payments and perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations
• Coordinate invoice approvals and collaborate across teams to resolve discrepancies and accounting issues
• Maintain schedules of rents and assist with lease administration tracking and communication to tenants
• Prepare CAM reconciliations and support tenant recoveries and operating cost allocations
• Create and maintain adjusting journal entries for all properties including but not limited to amortization, debt, prepaids, deferred rent and property taxes
• Review and price-check invoices against contracts, budgets, and approved agreements
• Assist with year-end processes, including FS preparation support and working paper preparation
• Support system implementations and continuous improvement of accounting processes
• Manage construction-related accounting, including subcontractor draws, progress billings, holdbacks, and job cost reports
• Provide general accounting and administrative support as required

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2–3 years of full-cycle accounting experience in real estate development, property management, or construction
• Strong experience with rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, and/or construction accounting (AP, draws, holdbacks) is strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with intermediate Excel skills; experience with Yardi is an asset
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong prioritization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

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