Assistant Controller

Location: Mesa, AZ

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $90000 per year

CanAm Property Management offers multifamily property management services. Founded in 2010 we combine our industry knowledge and local market statistics for optimal performance. We take pride in our property management services and realize that it isn’t just an apartment but a home. Our leadership and people skills make CanAm Property Management a great company in this industry. Our passion for commitment and perfection is not only our motto but what drives us to succeed daily.

As Assistant Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the financial operations of our multifamily real estate portfolio. Reporting to the Director of Finance & US Real Estate, you will contribute to property accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, payroll administration, and internal controls while providing accounting guidance and support across the organization.

You will work closely with property management teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information, effective internal controls, and consistent accounting practices across our communities.

If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and experience in multifamily real estate accounting, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

The Assistant Controller’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the accounts payable process and ensure compliance with established internal procedures.
• Assist with the training, supervision, and delegation of responsibilities to junior accounting staff.
• Prepare and process general ledger journal entries.
• Process monthly mortgage payments and related intercompany transactions.
• Perform variance analyses, identify financial trends, and provide insights to support financial decision-making.
• Reconcile and manage the repayment of intercompany loans.
• Calculate management fees and process related payments.
• Review monthly property accounting close packages and supporting documentation submitted by property management teams.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and reporting packages.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare required adjusting journal entries.
• Monitor short-term cash flow, identify cash shortages or surpluses, and support distributions to ownership.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with established internal procedures and controls.
• Assist with the preparation of annual operating budgets.
• Support year-end closing and audit processes.
• Prepare various accounting and financial reports as required.
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving internal control policies and procedures.
• Oversee lease-file and resident-ledger audits to support accurate billing, revenue recognition, and compliance with company policies.
• Partner with property management teams to resolve accounting matters and provide guidance regarding financial procedures and reporting requirements.

Payroll & HR Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll under the supervision of the Director of Finance & US Real Estate.
• Calculate bonuses and commissions for leasing staff.
• Maintain accurate Human Resources files and assist with the administration of the company’s group insurance and benefit programs.
• Coordinate background screenings for prospective new hires.
• Support and process employee onboarding.

Qualifications

Education & Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field with an accounting concentration. An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five years of progressive accounting experience, including month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Minimum of three years of property accounting experience, preferably within the multifamily real estate industry.
• Experience processing payroll and managing related accounting and reporting activities.
• Strong understanding of property accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting requirements.

Technical Skills

• Experience with leading property management/accounting software such as Yardi, OneSite, or equivalent.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Word.

Personal Skills

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in an autonomous environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism and discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships across departments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Physical & Operational Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals both within and outside the organization.
• Ability to work with standard office technology, including computers, keyboards, mice, and other office equipment.
• Occasional travel within the Phoenix Metropolitan Area may be required.

What We Offer

• Two weeks of paid vacation after the first year of service.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Cell phone allowance.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform additional duties and responsibilities based on the evolving needs of the organization.

Languages: English oral and written, is required for this position

Who are we:

Tidan is a hotel and real estate group in business for 52 years with a portfolio of 12 hotels and more than 65 real estate properties, as well as the largest tennis club across North America. To learn more about Tidan, visit our website: https://www.tidan.com/en/**.

Why join our team:

Apart from competitive salaries, we offer benefits, such as group insurance which constitutes life insurance, disability insurance and medical and dental insurance, in addition to vision care. Our employees have 24/7 virtual access to healthcare professionals through the Employee Assistance Program.

We believe in teamwork and are committed to creating a high-performing team, whether through training or by strengthening team relationships. We have an admiration for our employees who set themselves professional challenges and we support them in achieving them. Take the step and join the #teamtidan through our many job opportunities, whether in the hotel or real estate sector, there is a place for you.

Department and the hotel you join. A bonus is also provided via our referral program and more.