Development Accountant

Impact Recruitment has partnered with an established real estate firm known for its architectural brilliance and for creating sustainable housing. Currently, they are looking to add a Development/Project Accountant to their team!

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a private real estate/construction company that has been operating for 30 years and primarily focuses on projects that act as catalysts for significant changes in their core cities, including Vancouver, Toronto, Seattle, Tokyo, and San Jose. This well-known name in the real estate sector has worked on a wide range of projects, including residential, hotels, retail, creative workspace, district energy, affordable housing, exhibitions, and public art, and has completed or is currently developing over $50 billion worth of projects.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting to the Manager of Project Development Accounting, the successful accountant will be responsible for:

• Create and maintain monthly financial projections, budgets, and forecasts
• Ensure that budget adjustments are properly implemented in coordination with the development team
• Work with the Project QS to provide draw information and review draft reports
• Liaise with the bank to provide the information required for bank draws
• Review all construction draw costs and work closely with the Hard Cost accountant as needed
• Prepare cash calls and issue billing as necessary, while projecting cash requirements through the project's completion
• Ensure that all consultants comply with insurance requirements and maintain strong financial controls and processes
• Administer costing pool allocations for mixed-use projects
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations, working papers, and financial statements
• Liaise with partners on all financial matters and review all working papers, seeking external accounting assistance if necessary
• Question project costs to ensure their accuracy and validity

REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of development or project accounting experience.
• Designated CPA or pursuing CPA is an asset but not a requirement.
• Experience with complex budgets, forecasting, internal transactions and executive presentations

• Extensive computer knowledge, including Excel & Timberline (Sage 300).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary: $80,000 to $95,000 - Dependent on experience
• 3 weeks vacation
• Extended Health and dental benefits
• Fitness Allowance
• Discretionary Bonus
• Tuition reimbursement
• RRSP matching

HOW TO APPLY

Please include a Microsoft Word version of your resume as well as a cover letter detailing how your experiences would make you an ideal candidate for the role. If you would like to speak with us directly regarding this role, please contact Taanvi Kukreja ( tkukreja@impactrecruitment.ca or 604-689-8687, ext. 255) for more information.

ABOUT IMPACT RECRUITMENT

Specializing in a wide variety of industries and verticals, Impact Recruitment is passionate about matching exceptional talent with exciting new opportunities across Canada. For job seekers, we offer a dedicated approach to finding the right opportunity for your career growth.

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Privacy and confidentiality are important to us; as such all applications are kept strictly confidential. We will not share your information with anyone without your prior approval. While we will only be considering qualified applicants for this position, if you are interested in pursuing an alternate career path, we would certainly be happy to speak with you about opportunities that fit your profile.

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