Posted 2 months ago
Accounting Assistant | Calgary
@ Aspen Properties
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Aspen Properties is hiring an Accounting Assistant in Calgary for a full-time, office-based role supporting commercial property management accounting. The work covers full-cycle accounts payable and receivable, daily cash and bank deposits, reconciliations and GST/PST returns. The role requires at least 5 years of accounts payable experience and an accounting diploma, with regular hours Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Responsibilities:
- Full cycle accounts payable and receivable
- Daily transaction recording and cash management
- Bank deposits, journal entries and bank reconciliations
- GST and PST reconciliations and returns
- Year-end procedures and support to the Accounting team
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 5 years accounts payable experience in a fast-paced environment
- Accounting diploma or other accounting education
- Proficient in Yardi, Microsoft Excel and expense report software
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Accuracy, attention to detail and analytical skills
- Successful City of Calgary Police Information/Criminal Record Check
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Accounting |
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Aspen Properties
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Aspen Properties is a fully integrated, privately held real estate company based in the city of Calgary.
Full company description
Aspen Properties is a fully integrated, privately held real estate company based in the city of Calgary. Together with investment partners, Aspen currently owns and manages approximately 4.25 million square feet of office space and 3,800 parking stalls in the cities of Calgary and Edmonton. The portfolio includes eleven buildings in downtown Calgary and three in downtown Edmonton. Aspen Properties was formed in 1998 by partners with extensive real estate experience, surrounded with a seasoned board of directors, and in the years since has established itself as a notable Alberta investor. It is an entrepreneurial, boutique real estate company that invests in downtown office buildings and executes on value add initiatives. The company enjoys strong financial relationships and capital support. With blended yields from existing operations, new acquisitions, institutional financial support in debt and equity, and the development of new office property, Aspen's financial platform and management integrity has positioned it for strong, disciplined, conservatively capitalized growth. Since inception, Aspen has completed in excess of $2.4 billion in acquisitions and dispositions involving 130 assets. In addition, the company's experience includes the acquisition and privatization of two TSX publicly traded company’s, the repositioning of assets and portfolios through value add initiatives and the development of a new 300,000 square foot "AA" office tower on the Palliser block in Calgary.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,961
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 100
- Reported office locations
- 140 4 Ave SW, 1800, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3N3, CA
- Suite 1510, 150 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3H9, CA
- Suite 105, 131-9th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1K1, CA
- Suite 200, 10104 - 103 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0H8, CA
- Business categories
- Project Management
- Property Management
- Real Estate
- Property Development
- Other recorded names
- Aspen Properties
- Specialties
- Commercial Real Estate
- Development
- and Property Management
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Aspen Properties is a fully integrated, privately held real estate company based in the city of Calgary. Together with investment partners, Aspen currently owns and manages approximately 4.25 million square feet of office space and 3,800 parking stalls in the cities of Calgary and Edmonton. The portfolio includes eleven buildings in downtown Calgary and three in downtown Edmonton. Aspen Properties was formed in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Specialties | Commercial Real EstateDevelopmentand Property Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
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At Aspen, our Vision is to remain a highly respected boutique real estate company and employer of choice. We will continue to earn exceptional returns by adding value through ownership, management and development opportunities.
Through our Purpose, Aspen Properties is passionate about creating value for our team and community. We pride ourselves on our Core Values, Respect, Leadership, Integrity, Service Excellence and Teamwork. Through the core values, our employees are committed to a culture of honesty, open communication and accountability with high standards of professional and ethical conduct.
We offer a dynamic opportunity with an excellent compensation and benefits program. Aspen is a fun and professional environment that promotes and rewards learning, development, and success. Aspen is an equal opportunity employer that values hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are pleased to announce we have an immediate opening for a team and service-oriented individual to fill an Accounting Assistant office-based role in Calgary.
This is a fantastic opportunity and if you, or someone you know, are a match for the qualifications below, please submit resumes to Human Resources.
You’ll find a full listing and description for this and other Aspen positions currently available at www.aspenproperties.ca.
Thank you for your interest in the Aspen team!
Position Summary |
This position will report directly to the Vice President, Finance and works closely with both our Accounting team and our Property Management team. The Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing accounting support in the commercial property management industry.
Regular work hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Key Responsibilities |
- Full cycle accounts payable including: uploading invoices to PAYscan, matching POs, data entry, coding, cheque runs, and vendor reconciliations
- Full cycle accounts receivable including: invoice preparation and recording, A/R reporting and follow- up, and daily deposits
- Record daily financial transactions
- Provide ad-hoc, weekly, monthly, and annual financial updates as required
- Monitor and manage daily cash balances and ensure all daily transactions are recorded
- Liaise with vendors and customers as required
- Prepare daily bank deposits
- Prepare journal entries and complete bank reconciliations
- Prepare GST and PST reconciliations and returns
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial records
- Assist in year-end procedures
- Assist the Accounting team as required
- Other tasks as required
Qualifications |
- Minimum 5 years accounts payable experience in a fast-paced environment is required
- Accounting diploma or other accounting education is required
- Strong communication skills are essential
- Being technology savvy is a requirement
- Accuracy, attention to detail, and outstanding analytical skills are essential
- An outgoing personality and a positive attitude
- Strong customer service skills, organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written
- The ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment is essential
- Proficient in Yardi software, Microsoft Excel, and expense report software
- Successful City of Calgary Police Information/Criminal Record Check
While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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