Job opportunity
Property Accountant | Calgary
Aspen Properties
At Aspen, our Vision is to remain a highly respected boutique real estate company and employer of choice. We will continue to earn exceptional returns by adding meaningful value for our team and community through ownership, management, and development opportunities.
Strong leadership and teamwork are the cornerstones of our Core Values: Customer & Community Service, Integrity, Creativity, Adaptability, Respect and Entrepreneurship. Driven by our mission and vision, we foster an environment where employees thrive on honesty, open communication, and accountability, maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
We offer dynamic opportunities, with an excellent compensation and benefits program. Our collaborative and professional environment promotes and rewards learning, development, and success. Joining Aspen means becoming part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement, with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Aspen is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are pleased to announce we have an immediate opening for a team and service-oriented individual to fill an office-based Property Accountant role in downtown Calgary.
You’ll find a full listing and description for this and other Aspen positions currently available at CAREERS | Aspen Properties.
Thank you for your interest in the Aspen team.
Position Summary |
This position will report to the Manager, Property Accounting and Controller, Property Accounting and will work closely with both our accounting team and our Property Management team. The Property Accountant is responsible for providing accounting support in the commercial property management industry.
Regular work hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Key Responsibilities |
Preparation of all monthly financial statements for a portfolio of commercial properties, including working papers, cash flow statements and continuity schedules
Reconcile, analyze and maintain a full understanding of all balance sheet and income statement accounts
Preparation of monthly Rent Rolls
Complete journal entries and review and update details of all recurring entries, including property tax, mortgage, insurance, prepaid expenses and accruals
Review and monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable
Review bank reconciliations and related adjusting entries
Complete monthly GST reconciliationsPreparation of quarterly reports
Preparation of monthly and year-end recovery schedules, including annual tenant invoices
Responsibility for detailed financial component of annual property operating budgets
Assistance in financial due diligence on proposed new acquisitions
Preparation of year-end working paper files for audit purposes
Direct liaison with auditors with respect to queries
Communicate and work with Property Managers on all building related issues
Respond to tenant concerns, issues and requests for information
Review lease input information into Yardi for accuracy
Special projects as assigned
Qualifications |
Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience within Commercial Real Estate and/or Property Management
Ability to work successfully within a team environment and independently
Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Yardi software is an asset
Experience reviewing and understanding commercial lease agreements is an asset
Successful City of Calgary Police Information/Criminal Record Check
While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Apply on source site Strong leadership and teamwork are the cornerstones of our Core Values: Customer & Community Service, Integrity, Creativity, Adaptability, Respect and Entrepreneurship. Driven by our mission and vision, we foster an environment where employees thrive on honesty, open communication, and accountability, maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
We offer dynamic opportunities, with an excellent compensation and benefits program. Our collaborative and professional environment promotes and rewards learning, development, and success. Joining Aspen means becoming part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement, with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Aspen is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are pleased to announce we have an immediate opening for a team and service-oriented individual to fill an office-based Property Accountant role in downtown Calgary.
You’ll find a full listing and description for this and other Aspen positions currently available at CAREERS | Aspen Properties.
Thank you for your interest in the Aspen team.
Position Summary |
This position will report to the Manager, Property Accounting and Controller, Property Accounting and will work closely with both our accounting team and our Property Management team. The Property Accountant is responsible for providing accounting support in the commercial property management industry.
Regular work hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Key Responsibilities |
Preparation of all monthly financial statements for a portfolio of commercial properties, including working papers, cash flow statements and continuity schedules
Reconcile, analyze and maintain a full understanding of all balance sheet and income statement accounts
Preparation of monthly Rent Rolls
Complete journal entries and review and update details of all recurring entries, including property tax, mortgage, insurance, prepaid expenses and accruals
Review and monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable
Review bank reconciliations and related adjusting entries
Complete monthly GST reconciliationsPreparation of quarterly reports
Preparation of monthly and year-end recovery schedules, including annual tenant invoices
Responsibility for detailed financial component of annual property operating budgets
Assistance in financial due diligence on proposed new acquisitions
Preparation of year-end working paper files for audit purposes
Direct liaison with auditors with respect to queries
Communicate and work with Property Managers on all building related issues
Respond to tenant concerns, issues and requests for information
Review lease input information into Yardi for accuracy
Special projects as assigned
Qualifications |
Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience within Commercial Real Estate and/or Property Management
Ability to work successfully within a team environment and independently
Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills
Advanced working knowledge of MS Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Yardi software is an asset
Experience reviewing and understanding commercial lease agreements is an asset
Successful City of Calgary Police Information/Criminal Record Check
While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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