Do you enjoy making a difference? Do people consider you to be an organized person? Do you hate when company policy gets in the way of the right decision? Would people say you know how to get a message across? Are you energized by working in a fast-paced environment? Do you find yourself reading about the industry you work in? Do you easily admit when you're wrong? Do you get satisfaction from a job well done and like to celebrate success when you've worked hard to get there?
If you answered yes to these questions, we have the job for you. Highstreet is currently seeking a full-time Accountant to join our growing head office team located in Kelowna, BC.
WHY HIGHSTREET?
Our vision is that everyone in Highstreet's community will want their friends to work with us, live with us and invest with us. Help us achieve that vision.
Additionally, Highstreet is leading the industry in designing and building apartments and condos that have a minimal impact on the environment. We're building Carbon Free Homes™ that are 75% better than building code minimum with a warranty that is double the industry standard.
CORE VALUES
Known as “Highstreeters” we demonstrate our core values in everything we do:
- Humility grants us insight from others
- Inquisitive & learning continuously
- Guided by always doing what is right
- Honest, open and timely communication
- Responsible & accountable for our actions and decisions
- Determined to persevere, get results and win together
THE OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the Finance & Accounting Manager, this is an in office position which is responsible for full cycle accounting. The day-to-day tasks would include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries and reconciliations of projects under development and in construction
- Assist in financial statement preparation, analysis and reports
- Conduct bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data
- Assist with budget preparation process and updating monthly forecasts, prepare variance analysis
- Participate in identifying and preventing discrepancies, and ensuring integrity of the GL
- File all returns (GST, etc.) on a timely basis.
- Process period end, including journal entries and bank reconciliations
- Assist in year-end review engagements
- Assist in continuous improvement activities, from idea generation to implementation
IDEAL CANDIDATE
In addition to identifying with Highstreet's values, the candidate should also:
- be willing to work in office with the Accounting team;
- have a positive and outgoing attitude and work well with others;
- be a team player, self-motivated, efficient and reliable; and
- be highly organized and enjoy managing multiple tasks and responsibilities with competing priorities.
Required experience/qualifications:
- Minimum 3-4 years previous accounting experience.
- Accounting related diploma or degree.
- Experience in construction considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis.
- Ability to explain financial concepts to those without a financial background.
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office 365 and advanced knowledge of Excel.
- Experience with Acumatica considered a strong asset.
- Adaptability in the face of change and willingness to learn.
- Overtime may be required periodically.
- Satisfactory background (criminal record and credit) check.