Accounting Coordinator

Accelerate your success at Colliers.

Why Colliers?

As one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities.

A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don’t just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others.

***This posting is for an Accounting Coordinator role based in Calgary, Alberta***

About this role

As an Accounting Coordinator, you are primarily focused on providing operational and administrative support to the accounting function. It serves as a foundational position that helps ensure financial processes run smoothly while supporting accountants, supervisors, and managers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare bank reconciliations. 

• Input property-related invoice details into our accounting system. 

• Ensure accurate coding and obtain timely approvals for invoice processing. 

• Review and action items on AP aging. Generate reports related to payables as needed. 

• Monitor and ensure timely payment of Property Taxes and Utilities. 

• Maintain an organized AP filing system for efficient record-keeping. 

• Address and actively resolve issues with external vendors and internal departments to minimize late fees on payments. 

• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies. 

• Assist as necessary with preparation of sales tax filing. 

• Collaborate and support cross functional teams in Property Operations, Capital Projects, Leasing and Corporate Accounting 

• Provide support for internal and external audits. 

• Assist with ad hoc requests, projects and initiatives as required. 

• As a crucial member of our team, you will contribute to fostering a collaborative work environment and be dedicated to providing exceptional service. Your adaptability and ability to meet deadlines will be essential, and we value your willingness to learn from mistakes and embrace constructive feedback. 

What you’ll bring 

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 

• At least one year of accounts payable experience. 

• Previous experience in Commercial Real Estate and/or Property Management is advantageous. 

• Familiarity with Yardi is considered a valuable asset. 

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint. 

• Thorough understanding of the invoice approval process and its application to Accounts Payable. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Extraordinary team player and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

• Highly motivated and results-driven with the capacity to get things done. 

• Effective time management and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Professional and a constant ambassador of the organization. Adheres to the highest level of personal and professional integrity. 

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What we offer: 

Innovative projects: Work on cutting-edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.

Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry-leading training and development programs.

Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well-being.

Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Global network: Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [email protected].