Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Join a successful and continually growing real estate management company as an Accounting Assistant, responsible for organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating business tasks within the accounting department. This is a permanent, full-time role based in Halifax, NS ideal for a collaborative and dedicated individual with the desire to grow their accounting career in a dynamic environment. 

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Accounts receivable (prepare deposits, process and post receipts, banking support, and preparing AR reports)
• Accounts payable (code and post payables, cheque requisitions, process cheque runs, and statement reconciliations) 
• Provide general support to the accounting team (tenant letters, tenant updates, bank reconciliations, and accruals subledger reconciliations, etc.)
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages
• Other support duties as needed (maintaining filing and record systems)

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• Post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in accounting/business administration
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in a similar accounting-support role
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a working knowledge of Yardi Property Management Software would be considered an asset
• Superior organizational skills, ability to multi-task with an eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, displaying initiative and problem solving abilities
• Personable, pleasant demeanor with a team-focused approach

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Stephanie Erb, Senior Recruitment Consultant at stephanie@accountantstaffing.com. 

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at www.accountantstaffing.com.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.