Avenue Living Asset Management is dedicated to sourcing, analyzing, and strategizing long-term investments. Our unique approach has led to rapid growth across North America now representing one of Canada’s largest alternative asset managers. Since 2006, we have acquired over $9.5 billion in assets under management across a variety of sectors throughout Canada and the USA. Our various funds include assets in multifamily residential, self-storage, commercial, as well as agricultural land.
The strength of our platform lies in working with the right people. Acting with integrity and employing an entrepreneurial mindset, our employees work together to create an exciting, dynamic workplace. By employing an active hands-on approach to asset management, our skilled and innovative team operates closely alongside our investors. We’re disciplined, we focus on value, and we’re informed experts. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workplace; we are a unique workplace with unique people.
The Accounting Coordinator supports bank reconciliations, utility account management, and financial reporting by ensuring transactions are accurate, expenses are properly recorded, and utility payments are processed on time. This role works closely with internal teams and vendors to maintain financial accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end accounting activities.
This role is a temporary 12-month contract position.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, review transactions, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues as needed.
- Manage utility accounts, including account setup, bill payments, vendor communication, and issue resolution to prevent service disruptions.
- Process and maintain accurate utility expense records, journal entries, accruals, and month-end reconciliations.
- Analyze utility expenses, investigate variances, and ensure expenses are recorded accurately and timely.
- Maintain utilities-related data and prepare reports to support financial analysis and decision-making.
- Document processes, support audits, and identify opportunities to improve and automate accounting procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams, utility providers, and other stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
WHAT WILL YOU NEED?
- Diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 1-2 years of experience in accounting preferred; relevant internship or co-op experience is also valued.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting or ERP systems (e.g. Yardi, Kyriba, Oracle, SAP) is an asset.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when working with financial data.
- Effective analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
- We live and breathe our core values. We go the extra mile. We’re honest. We always have each other's back. We have tons of integrity. And we always own it and adapt – no matter the challenge.
- With the support to do things differently, grow personally and professionally, and bring your whole self to work, there's no limit to the impact you can make.
- An employee centric culture with paid time off for employer supported volunteerism, maternity leave top-up, a generous awards and recognition program, discounted monthly rent in Avenue Living properties, and employee savings program through industry partnerships.
- We are committed to a strong, safe work environment.
- We provide a competitive compensation package composed of a group benefits plan, GRSP matching, and a discretionary bonus program. In addition, Avenue Living also offers an Employee Referral Program that rewards active employees for successful referrals.
What makes us different makes us stronger. We want Avenue Living to be a great place to work for everyone; where people feel safe, included, inspired, trusted, and supported so they can be, and bring, their best. We're committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where unique perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and attributes are valued and utilized to help achieve better results. As an organization with operations across different geographies, we celebrate the fact that our workforce is made up of people with diverse demographics. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is fair, equitable, and free of discrimination and harassment. Should you require accommodation to participate fully in the recruitment process, please email [email protected].
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