Senior Corporate Accountant

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. Wesgroup owns and manages over 3.7 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and has built more than 7,000 homes in 100 communities. With the active projects in our development pipeline, the portfolio will grow to over 7 million square feet over 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 Corporate Accountant to join our team. 

 Reporting to the Senior Corporate Accounting Manager, this role will enhance quarterly financial statements and support accounting processes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Demonstrate and embody the Wesgroup core values and align decision making that focuses on the goals of the corporate accounting team.
• Train and mentor team members, while providing growth opportunities and a collaborative team environment.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with and provide ongoing support to internal teams to achieve departmental objectives and organizational goals.
• Lead full-cycle accounting and reporting for multiple entities including period-end reporting and compilation of annual ASPE financial statements.
• Work with external auditors and assist with interim and year-end engagements.
• Take ownership of the corporate overhead budgeting process.
• Lead and oversee accounting and reporting for the Family Office
• Review and approve work of team members related to responsibility areas above and other tasks including journal entries, invoice processing, and GST reconciliations.
• Continuously search for departmental improvements and efficiencies and assist in the standardization, documentation, and improvements of processes and procedures.
• Research complex accounting issues and prepare memos, analyzing and making recommendations for changes or improvements.
• Assist in ad-hoc projects, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• 3 - 5 years of applicable experience preferably in real estate or related industry
• CPA designation or equivalent
• Experience using Yardi Voyager, an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office applications with advanced Excel skills
• Experience using Power BI, an asset
• Exceptional interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills
• Good understanding of complex organizational structures and the flow of funds between entities
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

• The expected salary range for this role is $80,000 - $95,000 per annum.  Actual offered salary will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity.
• Annual Bonus Program - Wesgroup also offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial, and overall success.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A competitive compensation package with robust and extensive health benefits. Relocation support with also be provided for out-of-province/country successful candidates.
• A fun and inclusive culture supported by an employee-led Culture Committee with sponsorship from the President, providing you with opportunities to participate in group workouts, team sports, company-wide social events or celebrations, and other great initiatives that foster Wesgroup’s culture.
• The Wesgroup Store, stocked with amazing name-brand apparel and items to purchase using points earned for milestones, participation, and going above and beyond.
• A Lifestyle Spending Account which includes coverage for fitness, daycare, and eldercare costs. Wesgroup also covers the cost for all employees to attend two fitness classes per week at partnering fitness facilities to promote wellbeing.
• Wesgroup supports a broad range of community initiatives through donations and employee volunteer activities, including paid days off to volunteer your time each year and give back to our communities.
• Stocked kitchens with healthy (and not-so-healthy!) snacks, fresh fruit and veggies, sparkling water, premium coffees and teas with a wide range of dairy alternatives to support your daily caffeine hit.
• A brand-new, beautifully designed office downtown with incredible views of the ocean and North Shore mountains, across from the Burrard sky train station.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in exploring this exciting opportunity to join one of Western Canada’s largest real estate companies, please visit our website at https://wesgroup.ca/careers/ and apply with your resume and cover letter today. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.