A well established and mission-driven real estate developer in East Vancouver are hiring a Project Accountant.
This role offers significant variety, responsibility across all project stages, and the opportunity to see tangible results from your work in a company offering long term job stability and career progression.
You’ll also gain exposure to meaningful mission-driven projects that directly impact communities, alongside working with a collaborative accounting and finance team.
Prior project accounting experience is required (ideally 2/3+ years), ideally within real estate or construction, though experience in other built environments or capital-intensive industries such as infrastructure, engineering, mining, or utilities is also being considered
The search will move quickly, so please do not hesitate to register your interest.
Who - the Company:
The company develops affordable housing and other community spaces with the mission of creating lasting social impact.
What - the Role:
You’ll be responsible for full-cycle project accounting — invoicing, claims, budgets, and reporting — while working closely with Development Managers, funders, and contractors
Key responsibilities:
- Full-cycle project accounting across 8–10 projects (mix of development and construction phases).
- Prepare and oversee project budgets, forecasts, and cash flows; process invoices, claims, and change orders in line with contracts.
- Support Development Managers through all stages — from proposal and pre-development, to construction, to project closeout.
- Liaise with contractors, funders, and internal finance teams, balancing stakeholder requirements while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Project workload varies by stage: development (~5–7 invoices/month) is lighter, while construction (~10–15 invoices/month) is 40–50% busier.
- Systems: Microsoft GP.
Who - the Candidate:
- Project accounting experience required.
- Highly organized, deadline-driven, strong workflow management.
- Strong communication skills for liaising with multiple stakeholders.
- Microsoft GP experience an asset.
- Motivated by meaningful, community-focused projects.
Where:
Located near Commercial–Broadway SkyTrain, with in-office requirement during probation while you get up to speed, and 2 days from home thereafter. Standard hours of 9–5 with some flexibility.
How Much:
$68,000 – $74,000 per annum plus a bonus. Extended health, dental, vision, and life insurance (after 3 months), and CPA practical experience mentorship
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting is exclusively recruiting the role and will be screening and shortlisting on behalf of our client and presenting suitable candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to apply. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' and send us your resume.
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, well-funded company where you can have a direct impact. If you're looking to lead, innovate, and grow alongside a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!