Manager, Accounting

BGO Real Estate•Vancouver, BC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for adding value to BGO staff and clients through direct supervision of accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely financial information to better manage properties and budgets, make timely decisions, provide meaningful financial reports, and monitor and control cash flows. The Manager will utilize leadership and decision-making qualities in the continuous improvement of processes, proper training, development, and mentoring of property accounting staff to transfer knowledge, create a positive work environment and develop solid skill sets.

Requirements

Qualified CPA designation or relevant work experience in residential/mixed-use property accounting
Minimum 5 years residential/mixed use property accounting experience required, including supervision of staff
Relationship Skills: ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written; ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships; ability to develop leadership in others; team player
Organizational/Multi-Tasking: ability to allocate one’s time effectively, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines; ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities; ability to prioritize workload; ability to work at a detailed level; willingness to learn in a dynamic environment that includes new ideas and change
Decision Making Skills: ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems; ability to take decisive action; ability to resolve conflict
Computer Skills: intermediate to advance skills in Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office programs
Police Clearance: A criminal verification check is required for employment

Nice To Haves

knowledge of Yardi Voyager an asset

Responsibilities

Direct Supervision of 3 – 4 Property Accounting Staff
Supervise the day-to-day activities of property accounting staff to ensure the efficient operation of all properties under management
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of annual activities such as property budgets, cash flow forecasting, final operating cost recovery adjustments, annual property taxes, and property audits
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of monthly activities including month ends, cash flows, and monthly reporting
Review of monthly and annual property accounting activities to ensure that desired results are achieved according to deadlines, GAAP, and client policies/requirements
Responsible for conflict resolution and decision making when required
Liaise with property site staff, leasing staff, other members of management and clients to ensure they are receiving responsive service as well as provide assistance and advice as necessary
Plan timing and completion of annual and monthly activities including annual budgets, annual audits, annual operating cost recovery adjustments, annual property taxes, monthly cut-off schedules, and monthly reporting
Monitoring of annual and monthly cycles to ensure completion and quality of desired results in accordance with deadlines
Manage staff workloads to ensure fairness and that all BGOCLP/client needs are met in a timely manner
Ensure that all client and staff requests are met through delegation and monitoring
Responsible for ensuring existing and new staff members receive appropriate level of training for systems and procedures including monthly and annual activities
Responsible for being a resource for staff to come to for guidance and direction
Responsible for performance management and ensuring that property accounting staff continue to develop and utilize skills that are necessary to complete job responsibilities
Develop technical, analytical, and communication skills of property accounting staff through targeted and focused review of monthly and annual files and constructive feedback
Responsible for continuous improvement of property accounting staff and policies and procedures
Assist in the overall management of the accounting team including planning, monitoring, and communicating any issues that require management input
Assist in staff motivation and celebration as well as ensuring that a positive work atmosphere is maintained
Identify and analyze problems and take decisive action if an appropriate solution is achieved
Provide input on staffing requirements and issues
Take on special projects as delegated including process improvements and senior management requests
New property set up, analysis, and follow up of outstanding issues as required
Property sales/turnover – final operating statements, funds distribution, GST/HST reconciliation, closing of bank accounts, and any other relevant closing duties
Full understanding of all property specific processes and upkeep of pertinent information relating to specific properties
Input / feedback for improving procedures and initiating quality and efficiency enhancements
Efficient and effective communication, in a professional manner, with all BGOCLP employees and clients