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Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships.

With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada.

Rank Group is currently looking to add a Property Accountant to the team. The Property Accountant serves as a key member of their property portfolio, providing financial and analytical advice to other members of their team (Building Manager/Property Administrator). The Property Accountant will have the primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, and controlling all financial-related activities of their property portfolio.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive base salary;
• GRRSP matching program;
• Employee health and dental benefits;
• Summer Hours - close the off at 2:00pm all summer! (no make-up time required and full pay)
• Employee furniture discount for sister Company, Atrium;
• Free gym access (employee exclusive gym located in our building)
• Ability to be part of a growing, dynamic Company – we’re doing exciting things in our city!
• Pizza Fridays every month + fun social events. Fun, team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Compile the quarterly working paper files for each property in the portfolio within the established timelines;
• Provide support to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable as needed (ensuring appropriate coding of invoices, resolving issues, etc.)
• Preparation of HST reconciliations;
• Reconciliation of bank accounts;
• Lead the annual property budgeting and quarterly forecasting process for each building in the portfolio;
• Acquire a detailed understanding of all leases, ensuring all amounts are accurately charged and collected;
• Prepare rental advice letters for all new tenants or to advise current tenants of any changes to rent or CAM charges;
• Provide assistance to the Property Manager and Building Manager as needed;
• Annual Reconciliation of CAM costs;
• Run the monthly rent roll;
• Compile building statistics

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant discipline (Accounting, Finance, Business, etc.); or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience (2-5 years) in an accounting role is preferred, but willing to train a recent graduate passionate about accounting eager to learn.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.);
• Analytical;
• Detail oriented with strong numerical aptitude;
• Strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles;
• Team player - proven ability to work with others; building partnerships and communicating effectively (written and oral);
• Solution-focused with effective problem-solving skills;
• Ability to think strategically and critically, and stay open and adaptive;
• Detailed oriented;
• Passionate about customer service

Work Location: In person