Property Accountant

Property Accountant

Burnaby, BC (On-Site)

$70,000 - $85,000 + Bonus + Benefits

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver-based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting Finance, Construction, Corporate Administration, Operations, and Technology. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high-caliber professionals for niche, specialized, and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles. At the same time, our simple philosophy recognizes the need to fully understand every client and candidate's motivations, requirements, and objectives

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