Property Accountant

Accountant Staffing

  • Dartmouth, NS
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
  • Apply easily
Job DescriptionOur client is seeking an experienced Property Accountant to provide full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of properties engaged in residential and commercial property leasing and rentals. This permanent role, based in Dartmouth, NS, requires strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support the organization’s business objectives through accurate financial management and reporting.Key Responsibilities for the Job:
  • Maintain accurate and timely bank reconciliations
  • Track and follow up on accounts receivable collections (rent roll, parking, storage, and other revenue streams)
  • Manage accounts payable, including invoice tracking, processing, and AP batch payments
  • Prepare and file HST returns
  • Maintain and reconcile tenant security deposits
  • Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts to support effective cash management
  • Collaborate with property managers to prepare monthly P&L budgets and provide variance analysis
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and track common area maintenance (CAM) expenses
  • Maintain amortization schedules and records for fixed assets, debt financing, and prepaid expenses
  • Provide supporting information for year-end financial statements and tax filings
Experience & Attributes for Success:
  • Post-secondary education in accounting or other relevant program
  • 3–5+ years of experience in a full-cycle residential and commercial rental property accounting role
  • Knowledge of Simply Accounting and/or Yardi is a definite asset
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Solid team player with demonstrated capacity for collaboration and team building
  • Proven ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and troubleshoot challenges with reasonable autonomy
If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Stephanie Erb, Senior Recruitment Consultant at .Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at .Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

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