About The Role
Reporting to the VP, Finance and working closely with the Accounting Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day fund accounting, accounts payable, and treasury operations for Spira's real estate private equity funds.
This is a hands-on role, well suited to a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to build a strong foundation in finance operations within a fast-paced private equity environment. They will take ownership and accountability for their work, collaborating closely with the finance team to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to company policies across all responsibilities.
About Spira Equity Partners
Spira Equity Partners ("Spira") is a real estate private equity firm focused on creating lasting social impact through investments in affordable multifamily housing. The firm manages multiple private funds across core and opportunistic strategies, with a portfolio of over 4,000 units and total assets under management of over US$880 million.
Spira operates with an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture. Individuals are given meaningful responsibility and are expected to take initiative, think critically, and contribute across functions. We value curiosity, accountability, and teamwork, and foster an environment where people can take on challenging work and make a tangible impact.
What You Will Do
- Assist with fund-level accounting, including compiling financial information for various financial statements, posting journal entries, and maintaining receivables and payables for the funds:
- Process and code accounts payable invoices across multiple entities, obtaining required approvals and verifying supporting documentation
- Apply incoming payments, monitor outstanding receivables, and help maintain accurate records and reconciliations
- Support treasury functions, including performing bank reconciliations, setting up wire payments for approval, and ensuring accuracy in cash movements
- Assist with the review of quarterly NAV statements, financial statements, and Statements of Partners’ Capital Accounts
- Support capital calls and distributions, as needed
- Reconcile corporate credit card statements and process employee expense reports
- Contribute to the interim and annual audits for the funds and properties
- Assist with the preparation of corporate tax returns and related filings
- Prepare and file GST/HST and QST returns across the funds and corporate entities
- Coordinate timely processing of corporate tax installment payments
- Prepare annual state and regulatory filings and related payments
- Support continuous process improvement efforts, including creating and maintaining documented accounting procedures
- Perform other ad hoc duties and special projects as needed
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Exposure to fund accounting, real estate, or private equity considered an asset
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong analytical capability and the ability to maintain complex tracking workbooks
- Proven ability to reconcile supporting documentation against the general ledger and apply accurate account and expense coding
- Highly organized, able to manage competing deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a proactive approach to identifying and flagging issues before they escalate
- A self-starter, comfortable taking ownership of recurring processes with minimal oversight and adjusting readily as priorities evolve
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, collaborating effectively across teams
- Discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential financial and investor information
Why Join Spira
At Spira, we invest in our people as much as we invest in our assets. This role offers you close mentorship from the VP, Finance and Accounting Manager, well-rounded exposure across the finance function, and meaningful growth potential at a pivotal stage of the firm’s growth. You will work in an environment that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous learning.
We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, a performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, extended health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), and RRSP employer contributions.
Application Process
Interested applicants should forward one PDF file containing their resume and cover letter to: [email protected] and include "Accountant - Vancouver" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- This role will be based in Vancouver, BC. Are you able to work onsite in Vancouver?
Experience:
- accounting or bookkeeping: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
