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Senior Property Accountant Job In Richmond

Job Title: Senior Property Accountant
Location: Richmond, BC | Full-Time | On-Site
Salary: $75,000 – $90,000
Reports to: Managing Broker / Owner

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Property Accountant in Richmond to oversee all accounting, trust, payroll, and compliance functions of a growing real estate brokerage. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting residential, commercial, and property management operations, with a strong focus on BCFSA trust compliance and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee full-cycle accounting (AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, reporting)
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Manage and reconcile brokerage trust accounts in compliance with BCFSA audit standards
  • Process and review agent commission payouts
  • Oversee accounting for trading, property management, rental, and presale divisions
  • Monitor cash flow, forecasting, and financial performance

Property Management & Compliance

Senior property accountant job in Richmond BC reviewing financial documents and trust reports in a modern office.
Join our team as a Senior Property Accountant. This hands-on role is central to our brokerage’s financial operations and BCFSA trust compliance.
  • Supervise Junior Accountant (rent collections, disbursements, trust reconciliations)
  • Review monthly landlord statements
  • Prepare and file GST and NR4 withholding tax reports

Payroll, HR & Leadership

  • Manage bi-weekly payroll, benefits, and statutory deductions
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management of administrative staff

Budgeting, Controls & Audit

  • Lead budgeting and variance analysis
  • Maintain internal controls
  • Prepare for BCFSA trust audits and year-end reviews
  • Liaise with banks on credit facilities

Qualifications

  • CPA designation required
  • 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Real estate brokerage or property management experience required
  • Strong knowledge of BCFSA trust accounting, NR4, and GST
  • Proficient in QuickBooks and Excel
  • Experience with Lone Wolf and Buildium is an asset
  • Leadership experience and strong attention to detail

How to Apply: Please send your resume to Surinder Kaila at skaila@burkerecruiting.com

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