Property Accountant (12-Month Contract)

Date Posted: October 21, 2024

Application Deadline: November 4, 2024

Location: Halifax, NS or New Glasgow, NS

Employment Type: Temporary (12-month contract)

Job Type: Hybrid

Headquartered In New Glasgow, NS, Crombie Is An Integrity-driven, Caring, And Purpose-built Organization. It’s Why We’ve Been Voted One Of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers Year After Year. Here Are a Few More Reasons Why We All Love Where We Work

• Flexible, hybrid work schedules and locations;
• Funding assistance for professional dues and furthering education;
• An on-site fitness facility, or subsidized fitness centre memberships;
• Corporate discount rates;
• Professional development programs to help you grow and succeed; and
• A strong, diverse culture that promotes thought leadership and interdepartmental collaboration.
  
  

There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. You don’t need 100% of the listed qualifications to add incredible value to our team. If you feel energized thinking about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Crombie values diversity, and is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative culture that is free of barriers, increases equity, and drives stronger business results. We encourage and invite candidates to self-identify on your resume if you are a member from one of the following groups: Members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, women, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you by contacting us at [email protected].

Who We Are

As one of Canada’s leading REITs, we build spaces that will shape communities and have a lasting impact for generations. Supported by a solid foundation and focused value creation, Crombie is positioned to deliver consistent results and generate long-term sustainable growth.

You’ll join a team of values-driven, caring colleagues. We collaborate, find solutions, and cheer each other on. Our winning culture is rooted in our values: outperform expectations, embody integrity, care passionately, deliver excellence together, and empower one another.

We care for our employees, we support flexible work, compensate with great benefits, and work with you to help meet your career goals. Learn more about us at crombie.ca.

Position Summary

Based out of New Glasgow or Halifax, NS, the Property Accountant is responsible for providing the financial management on a portfolio of commercial real estate properties. Additional duties of the Property Accountant include but are not limited to:

• Prepares monthly/quarterly financial statements, management reports and working papers in support of quarterly and annual regulatory filings and annual audit.
• Assists in the preparation of operating and fiscal budgets.
• Reviews accounting records and ensuring the accuracy of reported financial results.
• Resolves account discrepancies.
• Maintains ledgers, preparing and posting journal entries.
• Assists in the preparation of annual tenant recoveries.
• Assists in month and year-end processes, including cost accruals, prepaids, and straight line rent.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with operational field staff and other corporate departments while working with various departments such as Leasing, Legal, Operations, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, etc.
• Coordinates monthly property management meetings and providing accounting advice as required.
• Engages across all levels of the organization to create and promote a safe and respectful work environment.
• Other special projects and tasks as assigned.
  
  

The profile we are looking for

• 2-5 years of related experience in a professional environment with a post-secondary degree in Accounting.
• CPA, CMA or CA designation (completed or in progress) is considered an asset.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize appropriately.
• Experience in Microsoft Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience with real estate accounting software (CTI or Yardi) would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated professionalism and superior communication skills both verbally and written.
• Commitment to Environmental, Social, and (Corporate) Governance responsibilities.
  
  

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume:

To: [email protected]

Subject: Property Accountant Application

Crombie offers competitive compensation packages tailored to each role. External salary estimate websites are not affiliated with us and are not monitored for accuracy. Specific compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates during the recruitment process. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Crombie thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.