Real Estate Accountant

GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. We believe in generating value by creating vibrant, sustainable communities that engage, excite, and inspire. Our people live our values through the work they do and the results they deliver. Our core values are keeping our word, working better together and embracing diversity. Responsibilities This role is a key member of the Corporate Finance team reporting to the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis and will provide accounting, reporting and administrative support to the corporate finance area, and perform a variety of responsibilities which include the following: Corporate Finance and Accounting

• Running Yardi Voyager and Excel based monthly financial statements for review of management
• Creating and running PIVOT tables for actual to budget analysis by client and property revenue segment and variance analysis
• Organizing and maintaining tracking and analysis of revenue and expense transactions and accruals
• Utilizing multiple excel formulas and formats to assist with annual budget preparation and projections of revenues and expenses
• Funding of capital calls, share subscriptions, acquisitions deposits, credit facility, and cash management
• Preparing Banking and Treasury requests (bank reconciliations, adjusting entries, etc.)

Corporate Revenue Processing

• Processing charges and receipts for all GWLRA revenues including monthly reconciliation of receivables.
• Calculation and facilitation of property management fees including invoice submission and facilitating full cycle transaction.

Invoice Procurement & Payment

• Administration of vendor and supplier setups and maintenance
• Process journal entries for invoice allocations and monthly accruals
• Coordinating payments of key disbursements for the organization including audit fees, taxes, legal, registration, corporate expense, and interest payments
• Maintaining detailed payment trackers by vendor and expense type

Qualifications

• Business Administration Graduate (college program or university)
• Currently enrolled in the CPA Program or focused education in accounting
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 products
• Experience with Yardi or SAP would be an asset.
• Experience in real estate considered an asset
• Experience in auditing or working with external audit firms considered an asset
• Detail oriented and able to effectively manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and initiative that lead to effective solutions
• Ability to work independently in a collaborative team environment

What We Offer

• 3 weeks of vacation per year
• 3 paid personal days per year
• Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
• Eligible to participate in our annual performance based bonus program
• A comprehensive health benefits plan that supports you and your family
• Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
• Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage
• A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
• Many social and team events!

Our Business Learn more about our commercial and residential businesses, our values, and careers at GWLRA. Our Commitment to Diversity GWL Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know. GWL Realty Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to GWL Realty Advisors, directly or indirectly, will be considered GWL Realty Advisors property. GWL Realty Advisors will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for engaged services to submit resumes.