Corporate Accounting Coordinator
ABOUT SHAPE
SHAPE is the real estate investment, development and management company leading some of the largest and most exciting projects in North America including The Amazing Brentwood, The City of Lougheed and RC at CF Richmond Centre.
Through our fully integrated platform, SHAPE specializes in complete neighbourhoods with a top-calibre mix of shops, restaurants, residences, entertainment and a complete range of daily services on rapid transit. By executing on every stage of the real estate process, from land acquisition to property management, we are able to collaborate more efficiently, work seamlessly and perform at the highest level. Every SHAPE property reflects lasting vision, bold creativity and obsessive attention to detail.
Our projects are complex, our vision is simple: deliver social and financial value for generations. With a proven ability to raise the bar across our diverse portfolio of assets, we build on where we’ve been to push the edge of better: for industry standards, quality of life and return on investment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Corporate Accounting Coordinator will be responsible for executing the day-to-day accounting requirements including processing invoices and expenses, preparing detailed accounting schedules and accounting records along with other administrative tasks to contribute to the finance and accounting department.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes including prepare monthly bank reconciliations and monthly invoices
- Prepare journal entries and assist with the financial close process to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Assist with research
- Assist with preparation of financial reports, budgets and forecasts
- Prepare monthly and annual tax returns
- Process corporate and project vendor invoices
- Participate in process/systems improvements and efficiencies
- Other ad hoc duties as required
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Post-secondary education in finance or accounting
- Strong attention to detail as well as organizational skills
- Time management skills and ability to multi‐task in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team oriented, motivated, and collaborative
- Demonstrates a proactive and flexible attitude and a “how can I help?” approach
Required Training and Experience
- 1-3 years of experience in bookkeeping and administration
- Currently pursuing, or planning to pursue, an accounting designation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Interest in the real estate development field is highly preferred, but not necessary
- Yardi Software experience is an asset
Working Conditions
Based at our corporate office, located in Downtown Vancouver, the successful candidate may expect a comfortable and collaborative work environment in a modern office setting.
Salary Range: $60,000 – 75,000 / year
To apply, please visit our website at http://shape.ca/careers