Job Description

About FirstService Residential:

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Job Overview:

Focused on the Client Accounting team in British Columbia and reporting to the Vice President of Client Accounting - Canada, the Controller plays a crucial role in leading and driving change.

This operational leadership role involves overseeing the Client Accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, refining standard operating procedures, and maintaining compliance with relevant legislation.

The Controller will leverage their financial expertise to contribute to strategic initiatives and will lead, train, and collaborate with teams while demonstrating strong business acumen, communication skills, and process management capabilities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Possess a solid understanding of Canadian GAAP, financial statement disclosure, and a minimum of 10 years of experience with an accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA).
• Proficient in designing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR), integrating best practices and ensuring compliance.
• Experience with regulatory compliance in strata property management, including annual filing requirements, tax compliance (T2, T1044, GST, PST), and monitoring internal processes for alignment with legislation.
• Demonstrate strong analytical agility, attention to detail, and the ability to address complex accounting issues while aligning decisions with strategic objectives.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive change within a dynamic environment, emphasizing process management, efficiency improvements, and execution of new systems.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build relationships, handle tough conversations, and champion upcoming changes.
• Excellent time management skills to efficiently manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, along with proficiency in Microsoft Suite and experience with an ERP system.

What We Offer:

As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for employer paid health & dental, time off benefits, access to our Employee Assistance Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement Program.

Compensation:

$100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per annum.

Please ensure to include a copy of your resume, highlighting your qualifications and the reasons why you think you would be a good fit for our company.

Please ensure your resume has a valid number and email address you can be reached at.

FirstService Residential is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is our policy to promote equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective associates. This applies to all employment-related matters, including the recruitment process, hiring decisions, compensation and benefits. We are committed to providing and maintaining a working environment that is based on respect and preserves the dignity and rights of everyone in the organization. If you have questions before or during the application process about our equal opportunity workplace, please reach out to our Recruitment team.

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