About Conwest
Founded in 1985, Conwest began as a civil contracting company and established Conwest Developments (“Conwest”) in 1991 to meet growing demand for integrated development solutions. Today, Conwest delivers commercial, industrial, and residential projects across Greater Vancouver, building long-standing partnerships with collaborators who share our commitment to quality and industry-best practices.
Our team is a collaborative and entrepreneurial group of specialists who work together to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional projects. We operate in a high-performance environment that values accountability, sound judgment, and teamwork, where individuals take ownership of their work and contribute meaningfully to project success.
We seek individuals with a growth mindset, strong work ethic, and a passion for building great things. Our team supports professional development by sharing knowledge, challenging one another, and continually raising the standard for the work we deliver.
Conwest offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, a casual and collaborative workplace, and a modern office environment in an award-winning building with amenities including an in-house gym and shared spaces designed to support collaboration.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Senior Accountant is a key member of the corporate accounting team and works directly with the Manager, Accounting to deliver accurate, timely, and well-supported financial information for Conwest’s corporate and income producing property (IPP) entities. This role takes ownership of a portfolio of entities through the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, supports corporate treasury and cash management, and prepares the working papers, reconciliations, and analysis for the Manager’s review.
The Senior Accountant plays a hands-on role in strengthening the close process, maintaining audit-ready records, and supporting continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and reporting. The role also provides guidance and review support to junior team members, helping the Manager scale the accounting function.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Prepare month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial statements, working papers, and supporting schedules for an assigned portfolio of corporate and IPP entities, delivering to the close timeline set by the Manager, Accounting.
- Review, prepare and post journal entries, accruals, amortization, and intercompany transactions maintaining a clean, well-supported, audit-ready general ledger.
- Prepare and review account reconciliations (bank, loans, intercompany, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts) and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis.
- Maintain and follow the month-end close checklist and reconciliation templates, flagging delays, issues, and process gaps to the Manager, Accounting.
- Ensure accounting records comply with ASPE, company policies, and internal controls; escalate non-routine or complex transactions to the Manager for review.
- Perform variance analysis of actual results against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and preparing clear commentary for management review.
- Support preparation of corporate overhead budgets, reforecasts, and executive/owner-level reporting.
- Assist in maintaining the chart of accounts, financial reporting structures, and accounting policies to support consistent, scalable reporting.
Treasury & Cash Management
- Support day-to-day treasury operations, including banking administration, electronic funds transfers, wires, and intercompany funding, in line with authorization and internal control requirements.
- Prepare and maintain the cash position reports and short-term cash flow forecast across entities, providing accurate and timely accounting inputs to the corporate cash flow forecast.
- Monitor bank balances and cash requirements across entities, and prepare intercompany fund transfer requests to meet project, operating, and debt service needs.
- Maintain loan and interest schedules, record interest accruals, track loan maturities, standby fees, and financing charges.
- Maintain banking records, authorized signatory documentation, and online banking user access in a current and secure manner.
Income Producing Property (IPP) Accounting
- Review monthly financial information received from third-party property managers for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with Conwest accounting policies.
- Prepare and review IPP financial statements, reconciliations, recoveries, and supporting schedules, and follow up with property managers on discrepancies.
- Prepare variance analysis and supporting data for IPP budgeting, forecasting, and owner reporting packages.
- Support consistent accounting practices across internally and externally managed properties.
Compliance, Tax & Audit Support
- Prepare information and supporting schedules for corporate, partnership, and trust tax filings, and respond to queries from external accountants and tax advisors.
- Prepare and review GST returns and supporting reconciliations for assigned entities.
- Prepare year-end audit and review files and respond to external auditor requests in a timely manner.
- Assist with CRA inquiries, audits, and other regulatory requests as directed by the Manager.
- Maintain organized, well-documented accounting files and supporting documentation for assigned entities.
Team Support, Controls & Process Improvement
- Review the work of, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, sharing technical knowledge and documented procedures.
- Provide backup to other members of the accounting team during peak periods and absences.
- Support the Manager, Accounting in identifying and implementing process improvements, such as standardized close checklists, reconciliation templates, improved documentation, and clearer approval workflows.
- Lead and support the documentation, enhancement, and monitoring of key accounting processes and internal controls across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, and banking functions.
- Other projects, duties, and tasks assigned by the Manager, Accounting, the Senior Director, Accounting & Finance, and the CFO.
SOFT SKILLS & CHARACTER
Ownership & Accountability
- Take responsibility for assigned entities and deliver work that is timely, accurate, organized, and dependable.
- Show initiative in identifying issues, resolving discrepancies, and following through on outstanding items.
Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Maintain a high level of precision and organization when working with complex financial data and supporting documentation.
- Produce review-ready working papers that minimize rework and support efficient review by the Manager.
Relationship and Collaboration Focused
- Build strong working relationships across Finance, Development, Operations, Human Resources, property managers, and external advisors.
- Communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences.
Growth Mindset
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, systems, and reporting.
- Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn the real estate development and investment business.
- Embrace coaching and feedback and adapt to evolving business needs and priorities.
Judgment & Problem Solving
- Analyze complex accounting information and approach challenges with a practical, solution-oriented mindset.
- Know when to escalate and bring forward recommendations, not just issues.
Professionalism & Integrity
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and sound judgment in handling confidential financial information.
- Maintain high ethical standards and act consistently with the company’s values.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
- Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- CPA designation or enrollment in the CPA program preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; real estate, development, or construction experience considered a strong asset.
- Strong working knowledge of ASPE, month-end and year-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
- Exposure to treasury, cash management, and loan or lender reporting, considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of GST and Canadian corporate, partnership, and trust tax filings.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems; Power BI or similar reporting tools considered an asset.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Salary range is $88,000 to $105,000 commensurate with experience.
Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits package.
We thank you for your interest however; only qualified local candidates will receive a reply.
