The Corporate Accountant supports the integrity and accuracy of the company’s corporate accounting function and financial reporting. This role is responsible for maintaining accounting records for corporate entities and collaborating with the corporate accounting team to produce consolidated reporting. The Corporate Accountant works closely with senior accountants and accounting managers on accounting matters, audit support, and process improvements.
This role is well suited for a CPA candidate or recently designated CPA looking to deepen their experience in a multi-entity, real estate-focused organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments for corporate entities
- Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close as well as consolidation activities in accordance with established timelines
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, intercompany, and other key accounts
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, subledgers, and supporting schedules
- Assist with the preparation of management reports and financial statement packages Audit and Compliance
- Assist with the annual audit and interim reviews including the preparation of audit working papers
- Assist with GST filings
- Ensure compliance with ASPE and internal accounting policies Analysis and Stakeholder Support
- Analyze general ledger activity and investigate variances or unusual trends
- Routine reviews of trial balances and other financial information
- Collaborate with other finance functions, operations, and internal stakeholders
- Support the corporate budgeting and reforecasting processes
- Review and approval of invoices related to assigned entities and business units
- Maintain supporting schedules for key reporting metrics Process Improvement
- Assist in opportunities to improve accounting processes, documentation, and controls
- Assist with system enhancements, reporting improvements, and workflow efficiencies
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline
- Active CPA candidate or recently designated CPA or equivalent experience is an asset Experience
- 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity or real estate environment
- Exposure to month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Experience with real estate accounting software (e.g., Yardi) is an asset Technical and Professional Skills
- Strong understanding of accounting principles under ASPE
- Strong fundamentals with Microsoft Excel skills
- High attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Professional judgment, integrity, and respect for confidentiality
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline
- 2 to 4 years of progressive accounting experience (preferably multi-entity or real estate)
- Exposure to month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of accounting principles under ASPE
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- High attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Professional judgment, integrity, and respect for confidentiality
- Active CPA candidate or recently designated CPA or equivalent experience
- Experience with real estate accounting software (e.g., Yardi)
What We Do
Founded in 1954, Beedie is an owner and developer of industrial, commercial and residential real estate. The company is the largest private industrial land owner, developer and property manager in Metro Vancouver, having completed 21 million ft² of new construction throughout Metro Vancouver and Alberta. For over 60 years, Beedie has maintained a steadfast commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Their vertically integrated structure addresses all aspects of development, including land acquisition, design, construction, financing and property management. In 2011, the company launched Beedie Living to lead its large-scale residential and mixed-use projects, including several high profile developments currently underway in Metro Vancouver. The company prides itself on building quality projects and developing lasting relationships along the way.
