Our client, a well-established, small and privately operated commercial and multi-family real estate firm, is seeking a multi-talented and energetic Controller/Operations Manager (Edmonton, AB). In this role, you report directly to an exceptional and entrepreneurial President and will be part of an engaged, fun and collaborative environment. Your responsibilities include general accounting, real estate administration, office operations, and senior administrative support, with regular external communication with brokerages, law firms, financial institutions, and stakeholders. This is a career-elevating opportunity offering you insight into decision-making, growth, and transformation in the commercial and multi-family real estate markets.

Your Talent: As an organized, detail-oriented professional with experience in fast-paced real estate environments, you prioritize effectively, work with urgency, and demonstrate accountability. You operate with tact and diplomacy, possess a flexible skill set, and thrive in a dynamic role. Excelling in both independent and team settings, you have a strong aptitude for technology and new software platforms, ensuring that all technological tools are utilized to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in your work. You perform full-cycle accounting, including payroll, manage real estate functions such as conveyancing preparation, lease and file management, compliance, and related communications, and lead office operations inclusive of HR, procurement, policy and procedures, and general administration. Additionally, you work closely and provide senior administrative support to the President while leading and supporting a small, diverse team, fostering a positive and mutually trusting dynamic. Ensuring high-quality standards and customer service levels is also a key part of your role.

Inherent Competencies: You possess natural leadership skills with a high level of emotional intelligence and self-awareness. You influence and collaborate effectively, making non-ego-based decisions that focus on team and company success. Your exemplary communication skills, zeal for being resourceful and strong organizational have set you apart from your peers. Coupled with your analytical skills and your ability to streamline processes, gives you a full deck of winning competencies. Most importantly, you bring a fearless positive attitude and authentic level of curiosity to anything to which you commit.

Qualifications: You offer a minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial or residential brokerage or company in a hybrid accounting/operations role, ideally having familiarity with trust accounts and conveyancing. Comfort level in using Excel and exposure to accounting software, specifically Deal Manager, will further enhances your qualifications. In short, you can successfully manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced in-office environment.

Interested? This company offers a competitive salary, paid parking, and comprehensive perks and benefits, including a strong work-life balance. If you are ready to elevate your career, please send your resume in confidence to Cindy Nicholls Smith, CPC, MHCS, Principal, at cindy@avidexec.com. All information provided will be kept in the strictest confidence, in accordance with applicable laws and standards.

Please Note: Strong consideration will only be given to those candidates who currently reside in the Edmonton area, possessing Canadian residency or citizenship. Due to the response volume, only those candidates who “fit” the requirements of our client will be contacted. We thank you in advance for your submission. If not contacted for this job, you may be in the future about an equally exciting opportunity. Much appreciated for your interest.