Application Deadline: February 2, 2026
Location: New Glasgow, NS; Halifax NS
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Hybrid
Headquartered in New Glasgow, NS, Crombie is an integrity-driven, caring, and purpose-built organization. It’s why we’ve been voted one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers year after year. Here are a few more reasons why we all love where we work:
- Flexible, hybrid work schedules and locations;
- Funding assistance for professional dues and furthering education;
- An on-site fitness facility, or subsidized fitness centre memberships;
- Corporate discount rates;
- Professional development programs to help you grow and succeed; and
- A strong, diverse culture that promotes thought leadership and interdepartmental collaboration.
There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. You don’t need 100% of the listed qualifications to add incredible value to our team. If you feel energized thinking about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Crombie values diversity, and is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative culture that is free of barriers, increases equity, and drives stronger business results. We encourage and invite candidates to self-identify on your resume if you are a member from one of the following groups: Members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, women, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you by contacting us at talent@crombie.ca.
Who we are
As one of Canada’s leading REITs, we build spaces that will shape communities and have a lasting impact for generations. Supported by a solid foundation and focused value creation, Crombie is positioned to deliver consistent results and generate long-term sustainable growth.
You’ll join a team of values-driven, caring colleagues. We collaborate, find solutions, and cheer each other on. Our winning culture is rooted in our values: outperform expectations, embody integrity, care passionately, deliver excellence together, and empower one another.
We care for our employees, we support flexible work, compensate with great benefits, and work with you to help meet your career goals. Learn more about us at crombie.ca.
Position Summary
Based out of New Glasgow or Halifax, NS, the Administrator, Property Accounting is responsible for supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes by preparing accruals, allocations, recoveries, prepaid schedules, and working papers for assigned properties. They assist with budgeting, forecasting, and year-end requirements, while also supporting joint-ownership reporting and recovery-related workflows. Additional duties of the Administrator, Property Accounting include but are not limited to:
- Prepares and posts monthly accruals, allocations, and recovery entries, including non-PO and PO accruals, SLR postings for low-complexity properties, cost allocations, and recovery accruals.
- Maintains and updates calculation files, and process monthly tax and insurance write-offs.
- Reviews tenant-specific direct expenses and runs NPI reports following monthly bookings.
- Maintains and reconciles monthly working papers to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Sets up and maintains budget trackers and folders, prepare budget working files and related reports (such as SLR and rent rolls), completes budgets for low-complexity properties, and supports re-weighting activities for budgets and forecasts.
- Prepares year-end billing folders, saves and reconciles tax bills, and completes year-end working files for low-complexity properties in alignment with reporting timelines.
- Processes weekly banking entries, runs required JO reports, and prepares JO reporting packages for assigned JO properties.
- Prepares and circulates the monthly outstanding ticket status report for the Recoveries team.
- Compiles and submits monthly SDLP reports to Sobeys.
- Supports Internal Reporting team initiatives, participates in process improvement projects, and assists with ad-hoc reporting and administrative tasks as required.
- Engages across all levels of the organization to create and promote a safe and respectful work environment.
- Other special projects and tasks as assigned.
The profile we are looking for
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- At least 1-3 years of accounting or administrative experience, preferably in property management, real estate, or a related industry.
- Experience with month-end processes, accruals, reconciliations, and basic financial reporting is an asset.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to work with spreadsheets, formulas, and financial data.
- Experience with accounting software or ERP systems; exposure to property management systems is an asset.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, including accruals, reconciliations, and general ledger structure.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial documentation.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, cyclical environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.
- Effective communicator who can collaborate with teammates, property managers, and stakeholders across the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, exercising sound judgment and discretion.
- Proactive, adaptable, and open to process improvements and new ways of working.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please use the link below to apply through Accountant Staffing:
Administrator, Property Accounting – Apply Now
Crombie offers competitive compensation packages tailored to each role. External salary estimate websites are not affiliated with us and are not monitored for accuracy. Specific compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates during the recruitment process. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Crombie thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.