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Nisha Gahir

Calgary,AB

Summary

Goal-oriented and self-directed professional with years of property management, lease analysis, accounting and financial management experience. Proficient in property management, cost analysis, lease administration, financial reporting, reconciliations, data review, and general ledger. Successful at managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines under pressure. Knowledge of property management and accounting software and processes. Adapts seamlessly to constantly evolving accounting processes and technology. Seeking a position within an organization where my experience and skill set will be both valued and utilized.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Property Manager

Primaris REIT - Mall
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Prepare, oversee, and monitor the operating budget and accounts receivable
  • Provide analysis on key financial measurement targets
  • Ensure rent from all tenants is collected in full upon due date
  • Review opportunities for capital plan procurement synergies within the property
  • Develop, implement, guide and communicate the property’s & corporate strategic plan
  • Supervise, coach, and train direct reports across various teams; conduct annual performance reviews and participate in the hiring processes
  • Conduct periodic property inspection
  • Work in partnership with Leasing in the development of merchandise plans
  • Deliver on reporting requirements & communications
  • Provide exceptional customer service and resolve conflicts relating to tenants, suppliers, customers
  • Develop positive public relations through participation in community programs
  • Implement and execute short, mid and long-term strategies to enhance the net operating income stream
  • Ensure property procurement practices are in line with company policies and standards are observed
  • Best practice development and implementation within the property
  • Ensure quality and cost standards are maintained and improved
  • Respond to media requests
  • Updated financial terms within database for base rent increase.
  • Entered all annualized payments for real estate taxes, landlord insurance costs and common area charges into database in order to obtain cost per square foot amounts.
  • Processed recurring rent, monthly utility charges, tenant services payments
  • Reviewed rental statements and invoices for accuracy, as well as for extra service charges which require verification against the lease.
  • Provided Legal Counsel with Income & Expense schedules, lease documents or any other documentation necessary to ensure timely Real Estate Tax Certiorari Appeal filings.
  • Maintained property and bills and escalation files in accordance with retention policy.
  • Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase occupancy rates.
  • Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
  • Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.
  • Analyzed operational information for impact on ROI, identified trends and recommended appropriate adjustments.
  • Developed annual operating budgets and forecasts, as well as sales and marketing plans.
  • Generated professional networks by engaging in professional, industry and government organizations.
  • Responded to Common Area Maintenance (CAM) inquiries.

Senior Property Administrator

Primaris REIT - Mall
07.2015 - 07.2022

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual accruals
• Update, maintain and audit all tenant information to ensure it is accurate and up-to-date
• Record and manage all negligent accounts including, but not limited to, accounts receivable reports, tenant statements, letters, and other correspondence
• Recommend bad debt allowances, and write offs for approval from the Property or General Managers
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly Asset Management Report
• Complete and submit the monthly audit package including the reconciliation of the monthly rent roll
• Review the lease administration lease for accuracy
• Prepare required documents and liaise with tenants on a regular basis to develop and maintain good working relationships
• Monitor sales report; analyze tenant sales and prepare monthly percent rent billings as required
• Process all tenant billings and rental notices including year-end statements and forward to tenants with appropriate back up information to minimize the incidence of outstanding accounts
• Address tenant inquiries regarding operating costs and realty tax
• Verify, collect and process rent due, adjustments and other payments from tenants in Yardi
• Update information on the aged accounts receivable report twice monthly
• Liaise with Property Accountant in relation to property revenues and expenses to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Maintain analysis of utility accounts and prepare timely billings to metered tenants
• Assist with the preparation and input of property budget(s) and reforecasts
• Process manual billings for service-related charges

Property Administrator

Primaris REIT - Mall
04.2011 - 07.2015
  • Performed complex accounting functions for a large portfolio of properties, which includes Cash Management, Monthly Financial Statement Analysis, Budget Input and Approval for payment of invoices.
  • Managed and prepared monthly bank reconciliations for the assigned portfolio of buildings while also posting the payments on the tenants accounts.
  • Responsible for input of all general ledger journal entries such as bank transfers, interest income, expense reclassifications.
  • Prepared and presented monthly financial statements and made any necessary financial adjustments that were deemed necessary while also preparing the monthly financial packages, including a table of contents.

Joint Venture Accountant

Nexen Inc.
06.2009 - 04.2011
  • Prepared monthly Management Fees schedule and created invoices for 11 residential portfolios using Quickbooks.
  • Prepared and posted monthly accruals and prepaid expenses to General Ledger using Yardi Systems.
  • Prepared monthly Budget reporting package given to investors; Identified actual vs.
  • budget variances and prepared explanations for material differences.
  • Ran monthly pre-posting reports of lease charges for Property Managers' review prior to the posting of rent charges to each tenants' ledger for the rent statements.
  • Submitted paperwork to bank to set up/close tenant security deposit accounts.
  • Assisted with preparation of work papers for external auditors.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
  • Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
  • Modified comprehensive reporting to reflect changing financial structure.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.

Education

BBA - ACCOUNTING

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB

Oil And Gas Accounting -

SAIT
Calgary, AB

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Organized Mindset
  • Application Management
  • Property Tours and Inspections
  • Leasing Terms and Specifications
  • Background Checks
  • Lease Renewals
  • Reporting and Correspondence
  • Clear Communication
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Lease Oversight
  • Business Processes and Procedures
  • Property Maintenance
  • Lease Agreements
  • Telephone and Email Etiquette
  • Database Management
  • Property Marketing
  • Team Collaboration
  • Account Management
  • Leasing and Sales
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Lease Writing
  • Property Management
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Staff Management
  • File Management

Timeline

Property Manager

Primaris REIT - Mall
07.2022 - 01.2024

Senior Property Administrator

Primaris REIT - Mall
07.2015 - 07.2022

Property Administrator

Primaris REIT - Mall
04.2011 - 07.2015

Joint Venture Accountant

Nexen Inc.
06.2009 - 04.2011

BBA - ACCOUNTING

Mount Royal University

Oil And Gas Accounting -

SAIT

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Mount Royal University
Nisha Gahir