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My client is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Accountant to join their growing team in Downtown Vancouver! This role is responsible for full-cycle property accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties, with a strong focus on CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations, lease analysis, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and experience working with complex property management systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Accounting:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for a portfolio of commercial properties.
- Perform full-cycle accounting, including journal entries, accruals, and bank reconciliations.
- Analyze balance sheets and income statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
CAM Reconciliations & Lease Analysis:
- Perform annual CAM (Common Area Maintenance) reconciliations, ensuring accurate recovery of operating expenses.
- Review and analyze commercial lease agreements to ensure compliance with financial obligations, including expense recoveries, lease escalations, and percentage rent calculations.
- Calculate and process tenant billings related to property operating costs, property taxes, and capital expenditures.
- Liaise with property managers and leasing teams to resolve tenant inquiries related to CAM and lease clauses.
Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Assist in preparing annual property budgets and reforecasts in collaboration with asset and property managers.
- Analyze variances between actuals and budgeted amounts, providing insights to senior management.
Software & Systems:
- Work with property management and accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, JDE, or SAP.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and financial reporting compliance.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in commercial property accounting, preferably within a real estate investment, asset management, or property management firm.
- Strong experience with CAM reconciliations and lease analysis.
- Proficiency with Yardi, MRI, JD Edwards, SAP, or other real estate accounting software.
- CPA designation (or working towards CPA) is an asset.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to analyze complex lease structures.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with property managers, tenants, and senior finance leaders.
Compensation
- $75,000-$90,000 + Annual Bonus
- Paid overtime during busy season: Audit, billing, budget, year-end
- 3 Weeks Vacation
- Excellent Extended Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- RSP Program
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