Edgar Development Job Board
Position: Controller / Director Accounting
1021 West Hastings Street 1500, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6E0C3
full-time . March 24, 2025
Description
About Edgar Development:
At Edgar Development, we believe in creating spaces that do more than just exist—they thrive. Since our inception in 2009, we’ve been dedicated to transforming the landscape of Western Canada with meaningful and sustainable developments that enhance the lives of those who live and work in them. Guided by our philosophy of “Build to thrive™,” we focus on crafting environments that foster community and well-being. Our goal is to deliver high-quality developments that cater to the needs of both residents and businesses, ensuring that every project we undertake contributes positively to the community. Our diverse portfolio includes residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. One of our flagship projects is the master plan for a 23-acre development in Port Moody, which will feature approximately 2,000 new homes and 466 rental units. This project exemplifies our commitment to creating vibrant, integrated communities.
We are proud to be part of initiatives like BC Builds, which aims to provide nearly 1,200 rental homes in Langley and Burnaby for individuals, seniors, and families with middle incomes. Our projects are designed to make a real difference in the lives of those who call them home. We strive to incorporate cutting-edge design and environmentally responsible practices into our developments, ensuring they are not only beautiful but also sustainable for future generations. Our success is driven by a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about real estate development.
About Upfield Capital:
Upfield Capital was formed in 2023 and is a privately held real estate acquisition and asset management company. We are a hands-on asset manager who sources and secures deals across a variety of asset classes. We consistently generate strong annual returns while creating long-term value through active property and asset management. Across our portfolio, we aim to mitigate risk by employing a low-leverage approach, ensuring preservation of investor capital. We consider every outcome and make allowances for the unknown. Our goal is to acquire and manage properties that provide long-term, accretive cashflow alongside appreciation of underlying assets.
About the role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced accounting leader reporting directly to the CFO to oversee our corporate, IPP and project accounting functions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, leading the annual audit process, and improving the quality of our accounting procedures. This role requires a strong accountant who can mentor and train accounting staff, collaborate with different teams, and manage various financial tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Review, establish, and implement key company policies and processes consistent with a best-in-class real estate company
- Manage corporate and project accounting functions, ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Develop and present timely and accurate financial statements for management and external stakeholders.
- Analyze monthly financial reports to identify key variances between actual and budgeted cash flows.
- Lead the annual audit process by liaising with auditors and supporting the CFO in approving audited financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
- Develop and refine accounting procedures to streamline workflows and improve financial reporting quality.
- Mentor Project Accountant through annual goal setting and periodic performance reviews.
- Collaborate with project teams and senior leadership to ensure the accuracy of project proformas and cash flow reporting.
- Coordinate monthly construction loan draws and liaise with cost consultants and lenders.
- Preparation and review of monthly income property financials, including rent rolls, recoveries, CAM reconciliations and performance metrics.
- Manage accounting functions related to income-producing properties, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of rental income and expenses.
- Maintain intercompany reconciliations.
- Prepare and file internal T2 and T5013 returns, GST and PST filing.
- Perform other ad-hoc duties as required.
What it takes to be successful:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, demonstrating a strong foundation in the field.
- Knowledge of ASPE and Canadian corporate tax
- Bachelor’s degree and a CPA certification
- Must be able to work in Canada
- Proven experience in process improvement and workflow streamlining to enhance operational efficiency.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and review the work of accounting staff
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a small team environment and closely collaborate with other departments
Compensation
$120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year