Gwl Realty Advisors
Leading North American real estate investment advisor offering asset management, property management, development and advisory services to pension funds and institutional clients.
Oversee expense allocation and lead a small accounting team for real estate properties
14 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
676 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Project Management
Consulting
Construction Services
Design
Engineering
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Office
Industrial
Retail
Residential
Multi-residential
Development
Role
Description
expense allocation
journal entries
cash coordination
bank reconciliation
budget forecasting
financial analysis
- Manage and mentor a team of two accountants, driving process improvements and career development.
- Direct expense allocation for 200+ residential and commercial properties across biweekly, monthly, semi‑annual, annual, and ad‑hoc cycles.
- Ensure accurate accounting entries, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
- Coordinate cash movements to secure timely reimbursements.
- Review and resolve monthly bank reconciliation discrepancies.
- Collaborate with nationwide business leaders on planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Maintain and enhance desk procedures for operational excellence.
- Deliver financial, variance, and trend analyses with actionable insights.
- Interpret results and recommend improvements for accurate financial reporting.
- Serve as primary contact for accounting and general inquiries.
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Requirements
3 years
people mgmt
analytical
microsoft office
cpa
yardi
- Minimum three years’ experience in accounting or finance.
- Proven people‑management skills, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
- Strong analytical ability, business acumen, and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent organization, multitasking, and deadline‑driving capabilities.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication with relationship‑building strengths.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; eager to leverage technology for efficiency.
- Post‑secondary degree; CPA designation or CFE eligibility preferred.
- Real‑estate industry experience and Yardi knowledge viewed as assets.
Benefits
- Three weeks vacation annually plus three paid personal days.
- Half‑day every Friday before a long weekend.
- Eligibility for an annual performance‑based bonus program.
- Comprehensive health benefits for employee and family.
- Up to $2,000 yearly education allowance and $5,000 mental‑health coverage.
- Friendly, supportive culture with frequent social and team events.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
17B Assets
Total Assets Under Management
The firm manages a diversified real estate portfolio with total assets valued at approximately $17 billion.
3B Development
Development Pipeline
GWL Realty Advisors currently has over $3 billion in active development projects across North America.
High Ratings
GRESB Certification
The company consistently achieves high ratings from GRESB, a leading global standard for benchmarking the sustainability performance of real estate assets.
- Began as a Canadian real estate investment advisor and expanded steadily into North America.
- Provides services including asset management, property management, development, and specialized advisory across multiple sectors.
- Entered the U.S. market by acquiring EverWest Real Estate Partners in 2018, marking a strategic international growth initiative.
- Delivers market insights through economic, demographic, and sector-specific analysis to inform investment and development strategies.
- Serves large pension funds and institutional clients with consistent strong performance relative to industry benchmarks.
Culture + Values
- We Keep Our Word
- We Work Better Together
- We Embrace Diversity
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net-Zero
Carbon Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions for assets under management by 2050.
31–34% Reduction
Carbon Intensity Drop
Reduced carbon intensity of office and residential portfolios from 2013 to 2021.
20% Emissions Cut
Scope 1 & 2 Reduction
Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 20% between 2019–2023, alongside energy and water intensity reductions.
21.7% GHG Reduction
Green Savings Program Impact
Achieved a 21.7% GHG reduction since the launch of the SBCP program (2013–2018) while saving tenants $8.2M.
- Between 2019–2023 reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 20%, energy intensity by 17%, water intensity by 17%
- At end of 2023, 88% of eligible buildings (by floor area) held LEED or BOMA BEST certification
- By 2021, 86% of eligible portfolio had at least one green building certification; 84% of offices had BOMA BEST Gold certification
- Regular GRESB participation: Green Star ranking & 5-Star rating multiple consecutive years; top 5–15% globally
- HOOPP LEAP Awards in 2023: Technology Innovator, GHG Performer, GHG Manager awards recognizing emission reduction piloting and plans to cut emissions by up to 95% by 2030 at flagship properties
Inclusion & Diversity
- Value statement: "We Embrace Diversity" - "We believe our differences make us stronger. We believe good ideas can come from anywhere. We are curious and open to possibilities."
- Mention that equity, diversity, and inclusion are part of value proposition in talent attraction, tenant experience, and community contributions
- No publicly disclosed gender breakdown or targets available on corporate site or LinkedIn