The Role
Prepare consolidated and standalone financial statements for complex real estate entities, manage month/quarter/year-end close, perform GAAP-based analysis and intercompany reconciliations, support budgeting/forecasting, liaise with auditors, and drive process improvements and system/reporting enhancements.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Beedie, we foster talent, encourage innovation, and reward success.
We’re always looking for like-minded people to join our team and share our passion for doing the best work of our lives. Our approach is simple: we work hard, we have fun, and we make a difference. And, we’ve been recognized as a top employer provincially and nationally. Our people are the heart and soul of our organization. If you are passionate, hardworking, ambitious, and want to be part of a dynamic and growing company that will take your career forward, join us.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting team. This role is responsible for corporate accounting and reporting across a real estate group structure. The Senior Accountant oversees assigned entities, coordinates inputs from multiple stakeholders, and delivers consolidated financial statements, analysis, and internal/external reporting. The role also supports process improvement and training initiatives. Success in this position requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to drive efficiencies while working both independently and collaboratively
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports for standalone and consolidated entities.
- Consolidate and analyze complex entity structures, including analyzing intercompany transactions, investments, and equity.
- Assess trial balances, subledgers, and other financial results.
- Review internal financial information, including junior work and peer cross-reviews.
- Review and analyze financial information for externally managed investments.
- Prepare management reporting, dashboards, and partnership analytics (e.g., NAV, cash flow, capital activity).
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and overhead analyses.
- Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close responsibilities.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of accounting records in accordance with GAAP, including research and application of technical guidance as needed.
- Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and review invoices; investigate and resolve discrepancies where required.
- Liaise with external auditors and prepare supporting documentation.
- Maintain reporting timelines and ensure timely delivery of obligations.
- Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies.
- Support system implementations, upgrades, and reporting enhancements.
- Contribute to team training and development initiatives.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
Financial reporting and analysis
Close and compliance
Process improvement and projects
Desired Skills and Experience
- CPA or legacy designation with a university degree.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in public practice or a complex consolidation environment.
- Strong GAAP knowledge and the ability to apply technical guidance.
- Advanced Excel and strong systems proficiency; experience working with large datasets and reporting tools.
- Experience with financial analysis, management reporting, and audit readiness.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communicator with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A team player with strong interpersonal skills capable of collaborating with multiple stakeholders.
- The following are assets:
- Real estate or asset-intensive industry experience
- Familiarity with REALpac
- Knowledge of ASPE framework
- Experience with Yardi, CaseWare
- Exposure to Power BI, automation, or AI tools
We value your interest in Beedie. While we can only respond to shortlisted applicants, we will keep your information on file and consider you for future opportunities as they come available.
Skills Required
- CPA or legacy designation with a university degree
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in public practice or a complex consolidation environment
- Strong GAAP knowledge and ability to apply technical guidance
- Advanced Excel and strong systems proficiency; experience working with large datasets and reporting tools
- Experience with financial analysis, management reporting, and audit readiness
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Effective communicator able to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills capable of collaborating with multiple stakeholders
- Real estate or asset-intensive industry experience
- Familiarity with REALpac
- Knowledge of ASPE framework
- Experience with Yardi and CaseWare
- Exposure to Power BI, automation, or AI tools
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The Company
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.
