Property Accountant

About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing real estate organization based in Vancouver, with a diverse portfolio spanning both residential and commercial assets. Known for its collaborative, team-oriented culture, the business is continuing to expand and invest in its finance function to support long-term growth.

This is an opportunity to join a stable yet evolving organization where you’ll work closely with experienced professionals and play a hands-on role in supporting a growing property portfolio.

About the Role
This is a full-time, permanent Property Accountant position responsible for full-cycle accounting across a mixed portfolio.

You’ll work closely with Property Managers and internal stakeholders, taking ownership of financial reporting, reconciliations, and day-to-day accounting operations. The role offers exposure to both residential properties and a growing commercial portfolio, making it ideal for someone looking to expand their experience.

This position is well-suited to someone who enjoys being hands-on, detail-oriented, and involved in the full accounting cycle, while also contributing to process improvements as the portfolio continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of residential and commercial properties
• Prepare monthly financial statements, reporting packages, and owner distributions
• Perform bank, trust, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Complete CAM reconciliations and property tax recoveries (commercial exposure)
• Partner with Property Managers on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Process NR4 remittances, tax filings, and year-end summaries
• Maintain trust accounts in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Review lease agreements, including rent escalations and renewals
• Support onboarding of new properties, including system setup and data integrity
• Handle tenant move-outs and security deposit reconciliations
• Assist with year-end processes, including audit preparation
• Respond to internal and external inquiries in a timely, professional manner
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiencies

Requirements

• 2-5+ years of property accounting experience (residential required, commercial an asset)
• Experience with property management systems (Yardi Breeze or Voyager preferred)
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting within a property environment
• Exposure to CAM reconciliations or interest in gaining experience
• Knowledge of BC trust accounting (BCFSA) is considered an asset
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• $65,000 - $80,000 base salary + discretionary bonus
• Full-time, permanent position
• Hybrid working model
• Extended health and dental benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Ongoing learning and development support

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.