Wesgroup Properties started as a family business in British Columbia more than 60 years ago and today is one of Western Canada’s largest private real estate companies with a diversified portfolio spanning across residential and commercial real estate. We own and manage over 4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and have built thousands of homes in dozens of communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the asset portfolio will grow to over 5 million square feet during the next five years.
Our operations are vertically integrated, encompassing land acquisition, construction, finance, design, marketing, sales, leasing, and property management. We have a long history of looking forward and we are dedicated to conducting business in line with our values of adaptability, accountability, relationships, and observing The Golden Rule without fail.

PROFILE SUMMARY

Wesgroup is poised for substantial growth over the next several years and in preparation for this exciting and challenging phase, we are actively seeking a highly engaged, driven and experienced Senior Property Accountant to join our team.
Are you an action-oriented team player with a passion for real estate and accounting? Wesgroup is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to join our dynamic team and play a key role in managing the financial performance of our income producing property portfolio. This is a high-impact opportunity to collaborate closely with our Income Producing Property (IPP) and Asset Management teams, contribute to process improvements, and mentor a talented group of property accountants.
In this role, you’ll be more than just a numbers expert. You’ll be a trusted advisor and a driver of operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building relationships, and are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of property accounting at Wesgroup, we’d love to hear from you.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Review monthly property financial statements and provide feedback on accuracy, completeness, and technical accounting concepts.
• Prepare monthly operational reporting packages and journal entries for assigned properties.
• Analyze budget variances to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reporting to satisfy lender requirements.
• Generate monthly rent roll packages and GST reconciliations/remittances.

Team Collaboration

• Provide ongoing coaching and support to the IPP team.
• Supervise the month-end, quarter-end, and annual property close processes.
• Oversee the IPP team during the accounting manager’s absence, with support from other senior accountants.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to align with industry best practices.

Property Accounting & Compliance

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of properties.
• Investigate and resolve issues or concerns raised by stakeholders.
• Prepare year-end CAM reconciliations, tenant billings, and working paper files.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities for assigned properties.
• Prepare multi-year budgets and reforecasts for assigned portfolio.

Ad-Hoc Projects

• Participate in special projects and initiatives as they arise, contributing insights and expertise to cross-functional teams.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in property management accounting.
• Proven ability to evaluate and improve accounting policies and procedures.
• Strong lease interpretation and cost reconciliation skills.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management abilities.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to develop creative and strategic solutions to issues.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including a proven ability to build relationships.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Yardi Voyager 7S is an asset.

Please refer the Job description for details