Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant

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 exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Why choose Us

• We offer career advancement opportunities
• A comprehensive benefit plan
• Work perks
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to be a part of a great team

The Corporate Accountant is responsible for the preparation of timely, accurate and complete financial statements and related reports for specific Markets of FirstService Residential – North Region. This includes, but is not limited to, all tasks associated with the end-to-end month-end close, journal entries, payroll processing, general ledger reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, corporate reporting, taxation reporting, financial statement preparation and report presentation. The successful candidate will have significant previous accounting experience in the tasks noted.

The position requires an individual who is ambitious, self-directed, and capable of working autonomously or with the boarder finance and leadership team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly financial close for defined Markets and Operations
• All tasks related to month-end financials: journal entries, payroll processing, general ledger reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, corporate reporting, taxation reporting, financial statement preparation and report presentation.
• Prepare and distribute accurate, complete and timely monthly financial statements and other internal and external financial reports, in line with the deadlines for completion.
• Report and analyze company financial and operating data; provide financial information to enable senior management to make informed long-term and short-term decisions
• Prepare variance analysis and provide variance reporting
• Supporting the preparation of the quarterly/ monthly forecasts, and annual and long-range planning processes by providing financial analysis and projections, supporting cross-department priority setting, and developing detailed modeling
• Oversight and responsibility for the accurate billing of Management and Services Fees as well as Ancillary Revenues for the Markets.
• Prepare and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) documentation related to the responsibilities and tasks of the Senior Corporate Accountant

• Act as a liaison with Operations and other corporate departments on various projects, initiatives and process improvements

Education & Experience

• Awaiting completion of CFE or higher
• Associate degree or higher in Accounting
• 3+ years of Accounting/Finance Experience
• Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Applications
• Ability to master FirstService financial systems and reporting tools (Great Plains/Management Reporter, Vena)
• Experience with Great Plains/ Management Reporter, Vena will be an advantage

Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies

• Technical accounting knowledge and ability to incorporate that knowledge into actionable recommendations and analysis
• Demonstrated integrity in work product and commitment to accuracy
• Detail oriented with the ability to analyze data and trends
• Business acumen, analytical and problem solving skills
• High sense of urgency and the ability to pivot to address competing priorities or tasks
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Ability to deliver results in a flexible, fast-paced work environment
• Ability to anticipate busy schedules and communicate with other members of the team and/or department to complete assignments on time
• High focus on adhering to financial close deadlines and key deliverables
• Ability to adhere to key financial controls in accordance with FASB, Sarbanes Oxley requirements and established corporate policy and procedure
• Strong ability to work as a productive and positive team member
• Superior communicational skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to demonstrate and model company values with internal and external customers by providing a high level of customer service.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FirstService Residential welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

FirstService Residential is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

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