Job Description

Job Summary

Live Furnished is a dynamic and growing property management and real estate organization dedicated to providing exceptional service to our tenants, owners, and partners. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced

Accounting Manager

to lead our accounting function, support our operations team, and ensure strong financial performance across multiple legal entities.The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, proficiency in various accounting software, and a thorough understanding of accounting principles. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in budgeting, account reconciliation, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Position Overview

The

Accounting Manager

oversees the full-cycle accounting operations of the organization, provides leadership to the accounting team, ensures compliance with regulatory bodies (CRA, RECA, BCFSA), and delivers accurate, timely financial information to senior leadership. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment and enjoys improving systems, processes, and team performance.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Oversight

Supervise, support, and mentor AP/AR staff and property accounting specialists. Delegate daily tasks and ensure accurate, timely completion of accounting cycles. Provide training on accounting systems, policies, and procedures. Support property managers in understanding financial processes and reporting.

Accounts Payable

Oversee end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accurate coding and timely disbursements. Review and approve vendor invoices with proper authorization and documentation. Manage credit card reconciliations and employee expense reports. Allocate maintenance and cleaning costs to applicable properties via internal billing.

Accounts Receivable

Oversee AR, including invoicing, receipt posting, and cash application. Ensure proper coding for intercompany transactions across multiple entities. Support timely and accurate reconciliation of tenant and owner accounts.

Payroll

Prepare and process payroll in compliance with CRA regulations and deadlines. Maintain accurate payroll records and support annual T4/T4A filings and year-end reporting.

Month-End & Year-End Close

Review and prepare bank, trust, and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, amortization, prepaids). Lead the month-end close ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timeliness. Conduct variance analysis and resolve discrepancies.

Financial Reporting

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Produce management reporting packages and internal financial summaries. Provide commentary on budget vs. actual performance.

Audit & Review Engagement Support

Prepare working papers and support year-end audit and review engagements. Liaise with external accounting firms and respond to audit queries.

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure compliance with CRA, GST/HST, payroll laws, BCFSA, and RECA requirements. Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls and accounting policies. Support trust accounting compliance when required.

Inter-company Accounting

Manage inter-company charges, reconciliations, and proper multi-entity coding. Oversee allocation of shared costs and internal billings.

Revenue Process Management

Oversee revenue operations in the property management system. Configure late fees, record owner contributions, process owner draws. Set up and collect management fees, markups, and additional charges. Ensure deposits go to correct trust/operating accounts per RECA/BCFSA rules. Generate rent rolls, revenue reports, and owner statements. Maintain clear documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

Cross-System Balancing

Regularly reconcile the property management system with accounting software and bank records. Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies across platforms.

Process Improvement & Documentation

Improve, document, and streamline accounting procedures and workflows. Identify opportunities to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and automation.

Collaboration & Organizational Support

Partner with operations, property management, and leadership teams. Provide financial guidance and training to internal stakeholders. Respond to internal and external requests for financial information.

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum 3-5 years of full-cycle accounting experience; multi-entity experience is an asset. Experience in property management, real estate, or trust accounting is highly preferred. Strong understanding of AP/AR, payroll, financial reporting, and month-end close. Proficiency with accounting software and property management systems. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary and benefits program. Opportunities for professional development and growth. Collaborative environment with a leadership team that values innovation and excellence. A chance to contribute to a rapidly growing company in the real estate industry.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00-$82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person