Job Description

We are hiring a Project Accountant for a one-year maternity leave contract for our boutique-sized property developer client in Vancouver, BC. Our client has made a reputable name for themselves within the province of BC and the Fraser Valley more specifically. The ideal Project Accountant will have 3+ years of experience, familiarity with Sage 300, and construction/development/real estate industry experience.
About the role
The Project Accountant (Maternity leave contract) will work collaboratively with the operations and finance team to best support the business, ensuring efficient project delivery, management, and control. Accountable for all aspects of accounting, the Project Accountant will work proactively to deliver solutions and services to the business.
Responsibilities
Develop your existing knowledge of a residential real estate development company including full cycle accounting tasks, job cost forecasting, property acquisitions, land development, construction and more. The successful candidate will also have full ownership of their projects from development to sales stage.

• Full cycle accounting for assigned projects
• Prepare month-end journal entries for assigned portfolio
• Prepare monthly operational reporting packages
• Prepare GST reconciliation and remittances
• Prepare year-end working papers
• Recommend process improvements
• Performing month-end closing tasks, including WIP (Work in progress) adjustments, etc.
• Oversee billing and cash collection
• Assisting with training of junior staff members

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in accounting (real estate experience preferred)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (emphasis on MS Excel)
• Experience with Sage300
• Budgeting and cost analysis experience are considered an asset
• Looking for a passionate candidate who is interested in projects and ownership of "their project"
• This is a Maternity leave contract, and we are seeking candidates who are able to commit to the duration of the contract.

Compensation

• $70,000 - $85,000 annual (depending on experience)
• Annual bonus / Annual performance review
• 3 weeks' vacation
• Extended health benefits

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.