Accountant - Maternity Leave Contract


Location: West Kelowna, BC

Position Status: OPEN

Salary: $90,000 - $110.000 per year

KAN Recruitment is hiring an Accountant for a 12–14 month maternity leave contract with a West Kelowna client with diverse property and construction operations. Reporting to the CFO, you will oversee day-to-day accounting, prepare financial reports, and provide insights that support operational and business decisions.

This opportunity suits a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work, and collaborates well across teams.

Responsibilities:

  • Complete period-end accounting, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, financial statements, and supporting schedules.

  • Maintain accurate financial records across receivables, payables, banking, fixed assets, and loans.

  • Handle property accounting, including tenant accounts, rent charges, operating cost recoveries, and common area maintenance reconciliations.

  • Support construction accounting through job costing, progress claims, holdbacks, and project reconciliations.

  • Prepare budget comparisons, investigate variances, and communicate findings to management.

  • Assist with tax filings, cash management, and annual audit requirements.

  • Improve accounting processes and support financial software implementation.

Requirements:

  • Relevant accounting education and experience; a CPA designation or equivalent combination of qualifications is preferred.

  • Strong experience in general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

  • Property management or construction accounting experience is highly desirable.

  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with Yardi Breeze, NetSuite, or Sage is an asset.

  • Familiarity with ASPE, audit preparation, budgeting, and variance analysis.

  • Strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to explain financial information clearly.

  • A professional, collaborative approach with respect for confidentiality and diverse perspectives.

Our client offers a supportive work environment and benefits. Additional hours may be required during peak reporting and audit periods.

To apply, please submit your resume to kristie@kanrecruitment.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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