Junior Accountant, Corporate Reporting

Tricon Residential is an owner, operator and developer of single-family rental homes in the U.S. and multi-family apartments in Canada. Our commitment to enriching the lives of our employees, residents and local communities underpins Tricon’s culture and business philosophy. We provide high-quality rental housing options for families across the United States and Canada through our technology-enabled operating platform and dedicated on-the-ground operating teams. Our development programs are also delivering thousands of new rental homes and apartments as part of our commitment to help solve the housing supply shortage. At Tricon, we imagine a world where housing unlocks life’s potential.

We strive to be North America’s premier rental housing company. Our business philosophy involves taking care of our team first – empowering them to provide our residents with exceptional service and to positively impact the local communities where we operate. By providing an enhanced living experience, our residents rent for longer periods of time, treat our properties like their own, and share their experience with friends and family. This is how we continue to grow, and it is an approach that has proven to generate positive returns for our stakeholders. For more information, visit Tricon Residential.

Job Description

The Junior Accountant is responsible for working with the Accounting Team and Management to ensure that month end close deadlines are met. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager to perform routine accounting duties. The Junior Accountant is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• Complete bank reconciliations and monthly General Ledger (GL) account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Assist with month-end close transactions and the preparation of internal and external financial reporting deliverables.

• Preparation of monthly journal entries, such as reclassifications, prepaid/amortization entries, accruals (e.g., interest, loan costs, waterfall, management fees etc.) ensuring accuracy and completeness of all GL accounts.

• Responsible for processing journal entries to ensure all cash transactions are recorded, such as bank fees, internal transfers, vendor payments, etc.

• Support Senior Accountants, Managers, and Directors with requests for information from auditors, and many constituents across the organization.

• Initiate wire payments for senior management approval, while ensuring compliance with internal controls.

• Assist in onboarding newly acquired properties into the accounting process, including the preparation of related journal entries and procedures.

• Assist with audit and compliance requests i.e. preparing supporting work papers and documentation as requested.

• Perform back-up duties as necessary.

• Assist with special projects as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ERP systems.

• Advanced proficiency with Excel including use of formulas, pivot tables, and basic data analysis.

• Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles, IFRS/US GAAP is considered an asset.

• Quick learner.

• Adaptable to new tasks and assignments.

• Demonstrated strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently, taking ownership of work product and completing work within specified deadlines.

• Willingness to take initiative and contribute to process improvements.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Excellent math and financial acumen.

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.

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Preferred Attributes:

• Knowledge of Yardi

• Pursuing CPA designation desirable but not required.

At Tricon, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual is valued for their unique contributions, experiences, voices, and backgrounds. By embracing these principles, we aim to positively impact our business and the communities we serve, creating a lasting legacy where everyone can thrive.