Corporate Accountant - Full Time

CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT

REPORTS TO CORPORATE CONTROLLER

With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day operating activities of 87 owned and third party owned hotels. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.
At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Bookkeeper/Corporate Accountant is directly responsible for daily and monthly functional accounting, supporting the financial reporting, performing key tasks related to fiscal period closings, and analysis of InnVest’s performance combined with ad-hoc project work. The Corporate Accountant will act as a direct accounting contact for InnVest’s managed properties.

The duties and responsibilities for the Corporate Accountant include, but are not limited to the following:

Month end closing procedures including but not limited to the preparation of journal entries, accruals, and bank reconciliations for multiple entities
Perform monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts for multiple trial balances
Resolve any discrepancies between PMS system and General Ledger
Prepare month end manual payroll journal entries and reconcile all payroll related accounts on a monthly basis
Responsible for performing all daily, monthly, and other periodic accounting and financial reporting in an accurate and timely manner
Complete regulatory filings: Fixed asset monthly roll forward and maintain fixed asset continuity schedules for managed assets
Support annual audit and respond to auditor inquiries
Assist with system upgrades testing
Work closely with the business or other finance teams to collect data for month end close
Assist in monitoring and reviewing accounting processes and procedures and recommend changes as appropriate to improve internal controls and /or efficiencies
Provide best-in-class service to support hotels and corporate office

Academic/Education Requirements:

~ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in accounting, or a diploma in Accounting, or equivalent experience

3-5 years previous experience in an accounting environment, with Property experience considered an asset

• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Bilingualism, French is a valuable asset
• Demonstrated customer service skills, both internal and external, with the ability to resolve conflicts
• Willingness to work overtime during reporting peak periods
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• Frequent mental attentiveness and listening is required when dealing with Accounting & Finance tasks.

Frequent levels of concentration required for accuracy when dealing with Accounting & Finance tasks and initiatives.
Continuously requires manual dexterity speed and hand/eye coordination for work at a computer.
Periodic lifting of computer hardware and administrative materials such as laptops, physical files, binders, etc.
Responsible for confidential Accounting & Finance documents, equipment, and protocols related to the company.
Continuously working in a climate-controlled office.
Frequent meetings (in-person, virtual) to discuss various Accounting & Finance subject matter.
Temporary hybrid working arrangement, subject to change.
Flexible working hours, as required.
As part of InnVest’s commitment to accessibility, we will ensure equality by providing a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Any special accommodation needs required in order to allow applicants to participate in the recruitment process to their full potential can be arranged in advance by contacting InnVest to arrange practical and appropriate accommodation. Dental Care
Company pension
Vacation & paid time off
Employee Assistance Programs
Life Insurance
Bonus scheme
Company events & social hours
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent