Property Accountant

About Us

C‑Era Property Management & Realty, An Associa® Company, provides property management services for communities across Calgary. We value clear communication, dependable processes, and a supportive work environment. Our goal is to help residents and Community Managers receive accurate and timely information.

We believe people do their best work when expectations are clear, workloads are manageable, and support is available. If you appreciate structure, consistency, and teamwork, you may find this role a good fit.

About the role - Property Accountant (full-time, Calgary)

We are looking for a Property Accountant with experience in full‑cycle accounting and financial reporting. This role is well‑suited for people who are detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working with numbers and systems.

You do not need to be “outgoing” or “high‑energy.” What matters most is clear communication, accuracy, and the ability to follow established processes.

You will succeed here if you prefer

• Clear processes
• Defined responsibilities
• Working with numbers and systems
• Problem‑solving with supportive teammates

What You Will Do

You will work with financial information for multiple properties. Your tasks will include:

• Running month‑end accruals
• Preparing, reviewing, and delivering monthly financial statements through internal systems
• Analyzing financial reports and supporting accounting transactions
• Reviewing and reconciling past‑due receipts
• Performing calculations and basic accounting analysis
• Preparing bank reconciliations
• Following up on outstanding items (payments, deposits, AP invoices, etc.)
• Reviewing Accounts Payable coding
• Preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts
• Calculating and filing GST payments
• Assisting auditors during client and corporate audits
• Supporting the integration of new technology platforms
• Completing other tasks as needed

If training or onboarding support is needed in any of these areas, we will provide it.

What we are looking for

To apply, you should have:

• 3+ years of accounting experience
  (Experience in property management is an asset—not required.)
• Post‑secondary education in accounting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail
• Clear and respectful communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines with support and tools
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Professionalism and reliability

If you meet most—but not all—requirements, we still encourage you to apply.

Work Environment

• Office space that is open concept, with high cubicle separations
• Access to the office requires taking stairs to the second floor
• Hybrid work options may be approved available after training
• Predictable monthly accounting cycles
• A team that values clarity, collaboration, and psychological safety
• Structured onboarding with access to Degreed learning tools

Associa offers its employees a total rewards program that includes the following:

• A competitive salary
• Work Monday to Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm (37.5 hour work week)
• Extended Health and Dental benefits, funded by the Employer
• LTD, AD&D and Life insurance, funded through payroll deductions
• WellPerks program for reimbursement on purchases that support your wellness
• Associa Cares and The Great Giveback initiatives
• RRSP program
• Hybrid work options may be approved after completing training (no more than 3 days per week Working From Home)
• In-house learning and training resources through Degreed and internal webinars and courses
• Two additional paid holidays above the regular statutory holidays
• Three paid personal days per year
• A great team to work with - we have won the distinction of "Great Place to Work" six years in a row!

Associa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment selection decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and abilities. Associa does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, colour, religion, gender, place of origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.

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