Accountant

Location

Calgary - 4906 Richard Road SW

Business

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind – creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.

As part of Brookfield — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

If you're ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Overview:

As an integral part of our Accounting team, this role contributes to the daily financial operations and ensures that all transactions are recorded with accuracy, timeliness, and completeness, in line with corporate accounting policies and procedures. The role involves a wide range of responsibilities, from account reconciliations to internal controls, supporting both routine operations and special projects

Key Deliverables

• Reconcile all divisional bank accounts on a weekly basis, ensuring compliance with appropriate quarter-end cut-off requirements.
• Manage accounts receivable, including posting entries, processing payments, reconciling balances, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Maintain prepaid expenses and fixed assets by posting entries, preparing reconciliations, and writing off fully depreciated assets.
• Create and post journal entries to ensure accurate financial records.
• Post sales transactions and payouts in a timely manner.
• Prepare the monthly commission file, distribute statements, and record commission entries.
• Assist in preparing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end working papers, including supporting financial and operational statements and conducting preliminary variance analysis.
• Generate weekly cash flow and accounts receivable reports for Head Office and divisional staff.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses as requested to support decision-making.
• Assist in preparing quarterly working papers and checklists for audit purposes.
• Ensure all transactions are recorded in accordance with Brookfield Residental's accounting policies, maintaining accuracy and completeness.
• Provide information for internal and external audits, supporting the Senior Accounting Manager in compliance testing and analysis.
• Support the Senior Accounting Manager with data entry, reporting, and general accounting support.
• Contribute to special projects, including software enhancements, historical project analysis, and other one-time assignments.
• Share responsibilities with colleagues during peak periods or transitions, particularly in areas such as inventory management, budgeting, and accounting software inputs.
  
  

What You Bring

• 2-3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and practical knowledge.
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and familiarity with computerized accounting systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Pursuing or holding a CPA designation is preferred
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1
• RRSP program, contributions begins day 1
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid parental leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community
  
  

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We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.