Senior Accountant

Overview

Section23 Developments seeks a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to enhance the company's financial strength through effective reporting, budgeting, and cash flow oversight. Reporting to the Controller, the role supports year-end financial statements, board reporting, and strategic financial initiatives, ensuring accuracy in project costing and financing tasks within real estate and development operations.

About Section23 Developments

Based in Calgary, Section23 Developments specializes in diverse real estate projects, including new home construction, multi-family and mixed-use developments, land development, retail leasing, and strategic partnerships. The company emphasizes respect for the environment, heritage, and thoughtful design, fostering communities built to last for generations. The workplace culture promotes flexibility, wellness, team collaboration, professional growth, and rewards skills and contributions, all while maintaining an inclusive and equitable employment policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports along with analysis of variances ensuring complete and accurate documentation.
• Assist in year-end accounting processes, preparing working papers, reconciliations, and documentation for leadership and external reviewers.
• Oversee job costing and manage project-related loan and mortgage drawdowns tied to development and housing ventures.
• Monitor and control cash flow to secure sufficient funds for operational and project needs.
• Validate accuracy of essential financial processes like bank reconciliations, GST filings, and cheque runs.
• Maintain detailed construction and project status reports to aid cash forecasting and ensure timeline compliance.
• Support budgeting efforts, including preparing overhead budgets and tracking variances throughout the year.
• Collaborate with the Controller on financing proposals, board reporting, and special projects aligned with strategic goals.

Qualifications and Skills

• Possession of a professional accounting designation.
• At least 5 years of experience in finance and accounting; 3-5 years preferred within real estate, home building, or land development fields.
• Proficient with ERP accounting systems such as Microsoft Dynamics SL, BuildTopia, and Sage 50.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, particularly with complex formulas.
• Solid understanding of ASPE accounting standards and full cycle accounting experience; familiarity with REALPAC is advantageous.
• Highly detail-conscious with strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical abilities, able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaborative team player willing to contribute across multiple functional areas as needed.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Flexible scheduling designed to fit employees' lives, including generous vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Engaging team events fostering a people-focused culture.
• Access to wellness programs, gym facilities, top-tier health benefits, and a health spending account.
• Competitive compensation recognizing individual skills and contributions.
• Regular recognition of achievements and successes at all levels.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Section23 Developments is committed to equal opportunity employment, valuing diversity and equitable treatment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, income source, or sexual orientation. This commitment supports a fair work environment free from discriminatory practices.