Junior Accountant

Location: Vancouver, BC

Status: Permanent, full-time

Salary range: $50-55K Annually

Position Start Date: ASAP

At Arbutus Properties, our ambition is to build lasting communities based on a sense of belonging and inclusivity that makes people feel a genuine part of where they live. As a leading residential and commercial development company, were seeking a proactive and resourceful team player to join our team in Vancouver. We offer a dynamic work environment, attractive compensation and benefits package, and vast opportunity for advancement. If you love real estate and working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we want you in our Company!

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, the Junior Accountant will work closely with the Project Management and Property Management teams to fulfill day-to-day accounting needs. The Junior Accountant is responsible for various accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliation tasks. Prior experience is an asset but not required. We will provide full training for any assigned tasks.

Key Reasons to Join Us:

• Dynamic Environment: We are fast-paced and growth mindset oriented. With multiple projects and initiatives underway, you wont be bored here.
• Growth Opportunities: Were growing fast, and so can your career! Take on new challenges, gain valuable experience, and develop your skills.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of life outside of work, offering flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Team Spirit: We believe we enrich our communities by being a good friend and we pay attention and consider other people when we speak and act. Were simply better together!
• Great perks: Arbutus offers staff great benefits such as RRSP/TFSA matching, HCSA / LSA, EAP, comprehensive health and dental coverage, training/growth opportunities, and other incentives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process full cycle Accounts Payable
• Direct liaison with Project Managers and Property Managers
• Reconcile General Ledger
• Prepare timely and accurate bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with sales tax return compilations
• Maintain intercompany reconciliation schedule
• Review personal expense reports and personal reimbursements
• Assist with all year end working papers and relevant schedules
• Other accounting duties as required.

Key Criteria:

• Experience:
  Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience
  
• Technical Skills:
  
  • Attention to Detail: You are accurate and precise in all tasks, from data-entry to support documentation.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), with an ability to quickly learn new tools and systems as needed. Yardi experience would be a great asset.
• Soft Skills
  

• Highly Organized: You have a natural ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

• • Strong Communicator: You have an excellent command of the English language, with strong written and verbal communication skill and clear and engaging communication style.
  • Resourceful: You may not have the answer, but you are driven to figure out the options and recommend a path forward.
  • Strong work ethic: Conscientious, attention to detail, and proud of the work that you produce and oversee.

• • Flexible: Willing to pivot to support management and team with ad hoc tasks accounting related as needed
    
  • Integrity: Able to observe and maintain the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.
    
  • Collaborative: Able to work collaboratively with a positive and professional attitude