Accounting Analyst - Toronto, Canada - FirstService Residential

FirstService Residential

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 day ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Accounting Analyst

FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.

Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, and retirement benefits, career training, and support for continued professional development.

Experience exceptional service with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.

Why choose Us
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We offer career advancement opportunities:

A comprehensive benefit plan:

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Work perks:

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Discounted gym membership:

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Employee Assistance Program:

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The opportunity to be a part of a great team

The Accounting Analyst is responsible for providing support to the Financial Reporting Team in the areas of Billing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Financial Reporting.

Strong communication and analytical skills are required to connect with internal stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting/Accounting:

Assist in preparing accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department.
Assist with the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations
Generate system reports through CRM and turn raw data into actionable reports for Managers.
Participate in team initiatives to implement process improvements for financial reporting, system improvements and automation.
Run adhoc analysis as requested by business partners and financial reporting team

Billing:

Billing/posting multiple revenue types to our Great Plains corporate accounting system
Performing reconciliation of billings to contracted amounts in accordance with agency agreements
Updating and maintaining schedules of management fees
Obtaining approvals for changes in contracted revenues and filing related documentation
Capturing reimbursable expenses to be charged back to clients

Accounts receivable responsibilities include:

Recording and posting payments received by cash, cheque, preauthorized withdrawals or electronic funds transfer
Followup on outstanding balances on aged A/R listing per company policy
Reconciling the subledger at month end
Investigating and resolving any irregularities or enquiries
Preparing monthly analysis to identify variances in monthly revenues and billings
Producing standard and ad hoc monthly reports as required
Special billings

Periodically completing special projects and performing other tasks consistent with the stated objective of the position

Education & Experience

A degree or diploma in accounting is required

Knowledge, Skills & Proficiencies

Demonstrated ability to work quickly, accurately and independently
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to input complex formulas and create Pivot Tables
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP is an asset
Standard proficiency in Word and Outlook
Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines in all circumstances
Proven ability to build collaborative relationships within the organization
Superior communication skills, both written and verbal

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.