Staff Accountant

Role DescriptionAmber Peak is hiring a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting team. Reporting to the CFO, your duties will be to support the full-cycle accounting function through the processing of accounts payable functions, the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate is a PC power user, has strong written communication and reporting skills and the ability to collaborate with teams from different functional areas of the business. Your role ensures the accuracy and completeness of financial records, contributes to the integrity of the general ledger, and supports compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. ResponsibilitiesManage accounts payable processes to ensure accurate coding and timely paymentsAllocates property maintenance costs across applicable properties through internal billing processSupports intercompany transactions and ensures proper coding across multiple legal entitiesPerform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliation, to verify accuracy of financial dataPrepares and posts journal entries including accruals, amortization, prepaids, and reclassifications.Completes month end close processConducts variance analysis and investigates account imbalances where applicableAssist with auditing processes by providing necessary documentation and insights Assist in improving and documenting procedures when needed.Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial informationAssist in responding to internal or external financial information requestsProvide general support to the CFO as neededEducationCompletion of a related (business and/or accounting) degree or diploma program with an accounting designation requiredWorking towards a CPA designation is considered an asset       Experience2–4 years of experience in an accounting role with exposure to month-end closeExperience with and knowledge of real estate specific accounting standards and practices. Experience working with multi-entity or project-based accounting is an asset.SkillsStrong business acumen and communication skills, both written and oralStrong understanding of accounting principles including account reconciliation, bank reconciliation, and bookkeeping practicesProficiency with Excel and other Microsoft applicationsProficiency with Buildium considered an assetDetail oriented with an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamExcellent time management skills and adherence to government and internal deadlinesAbility to take a proactive approach to problem solving and critical thinking.