Assistant Property Accountant (Advancement to Property Accountant in 6–12 Months)

Assistant Property Accountant

Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia Job Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Property Accountant to join our growing hospitality and property management team. This position is designed as a development role, with the successful candidate receiving hands-on training and mentorship to transition into the Property Accountant position within approximately 6 to 12 months.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow their career and gain experience in hotel and commercial property accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with daily accounting functions and financial reporting

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable

Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger accounts

Assist with month-end, year-end closing procedures and audits

Prepare and analyze monthly food and beverage cost reports, including inventory reconciliation, cost of sales, and variance analysis.

Support payroll processing and related reconciliations

Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records

Assist in budget preparation and financial analysis

Monitor cash flow and support forecasting activities

Maintain vendor and tenant records

Support audit and compliance requirements

Prepare reports and analyses as requested by management

Learn and assume increasing responsibility for all aspects of the Property Accountant role

Qualifications

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

Experience with accounting software (Sage) and Microsoft Excel

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Hospitality, property management, or commercial accounting experience is considered an asset

Experience with food and beverage inventory, costing, or hospitality accounting is considered a strong asset.

Must be bondable and able to successfully complete a background check

What We're Looking For: The ideal candidate is ambitious, eager to learn, and interested in building a long-term career in accounting. We are looking for someone who wants to grow into a leadership accounting role and is committed to professional development. Career Growth Opportunity. This position is part of our succession planning strategy. The successful candidate will work directly with the current Property Accountant and, upon demonstrating competency and performance, will be considered for promotion to Property Accountant within 6 to 12 months.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Health and dental benefits

Vacation and paid holidays

Employee discounts

Benefits:

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Work Location: In person