SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – TEMPORARY POSITION

STRAND IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – TEMPORARY POSITION

Strand is seeking an individual who is passionate about real estate, has a strong drive to be a part of a growing organization and wants to be an instrumental part of creating a lasting legacy in the urban environments that we conduct our business.  This is a full-time, 15–18 month contract position.

WHO IS STRAND?

Based in Vancouver since 1976, Strand has acquired, developed, and financed a portfolio of real estate assets across North America with a value over $16 billion, including the investment in and development of over 47,000 homes.

Strand has been actively involved in many real estate sectors, including the acquisition of income producing assets, the development of high-rise condominiums, multi-family apartment buildings, single family communities, office towers, and industrial projects, as well as providing debt and equity financing to developers for residential and commercial developments throughout North America.

While Strand has preferred to maintain a low profile, consistent with the philosophy of its key stakeholders, Strand has established a reputation for integrity and success in its real estate dealings.

WHY JOIN STRAND?

Strand’s development business is innovative, dynamic, and expanding. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to join a team of professionals in an inclusive and collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. Strand is a progressive business that prioritizes culture and rewards entrepreneurial spirit and ingenuity while providing opportunities for its employees to grow with the company, both professionally and financially. Strand has “Deep Roots and Big Plans”.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be responsible for a portfolio of real estate development entities and perform the accounting tasks as follows:

• Review payments to vendors and contract reconciliations
• Review monthly GST returns and bank reconciliations
• Review rent rolls on a monthly basis
• Prepare monthly financial reports prepared by property management company for rental properties
• Perform monthly budget to actual costs analysis
• Monitor project cash position and review cash forecast in conjunction with Analyst and development managers
• Preparation of monthly project progress draws, review of quantity surveyor reports and correspondence
• Preparation of project equity cash calls as needed
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly reports and schedules requested by management
• Trial Balance review to ensure the integrity of accounting records
• Monitor project holdbacks, including reconciliation and release
• Facilitate issuance of Letters of Credit
• Monitor loan maturity dates and assist with loan compliance requirements
• Prepare or review journal entries as needed
• Provide guidance to Accounting Assistants where required
• Review partnership, loan and other relevant agreements to identify key financial components
• Assist with preparation of annual operating budgets
• Prepare year-end financial statements and working papers for corporations and limited partnerships
• Draft tax returns (including T2, T3 and T5013 etc.) for review by external accountants
• Liaise with external accountants on Audit and Review Engagements
• Create reporting templates for new projects as required
• Prepare acquisition related closing entries
• Review and maintain various accounting schedules
• Ad hoc accounting & finance related tasks, and general accounting support

Important contacts: Accounting & Finance team, Development Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Financial Institutions, Lawyers, Sales & Marketing Team, External Accountants, External Property Managers

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• CPA designation (or close to completion)
• High degree of accuracy and attention to details
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, able to multitask and work under changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience with accounting software
• Positive energy and self-motivated
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Efficient and effective time management, ability to meet deadlines while producing quality work
• Proactive team player as well as be able to perform independently
• Enthusiasm and genuine passion for real estate

BENEFITS

Strand is proud to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, growth, and the betterment of all those who dedicate themselves to the realization of its objectives.  True to the company’s nature as a “family of professionals”, we are committed to making continued investments in our people.  Strand provides a very competitive compensation structure and benefits package that includes the following:

• Generous Extended Health and Dental Plan
• Professional Development, Mentorship and Education Programs
• Strand Employee Wellness Program exceeding industry standard

HOW TO APPLY

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this role, please send a cover letter along with your resume to https://stranddev.bamboohr.com/careers/81.  While we thank all candidates for their interest, only selected individuals will be contacted.