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Location

Brookfield Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

Business

At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. It’s why we’re integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and more to reimagine retail experiences everywhere. Because for us, retail isn’t just about managing properties or redeveloping malls. It’s about creating inspiring spaces that draw consumers in. It’s about helping our tenants build their brand in a big way. It’s about contributing to our communities. And, more than anything, it’s about bringing people together.

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Manager of Property Accounting oversees the financial reporting and accounting processes for a portfolio of retail properties. The manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, maintains knowledge of assigned properties, and ensures proper documentation and reporting of ownership-level transactions. This role also manages a team, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company policies. Responsibilities

+ Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closes, financial reporting, audit support, and stakeholder inquiries.

+ Document and record ownership-level transactions and adjustments in accordance with legal documents such as debt agreements, purchase and sales contracts, and joint venture agreements.

+ Research and analyze the treatment of transactions to ensure alignment with company policies, GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

+ Ensure SOX compliance by enforcing and enhancing internal controls through recommendation of process improvements and supporting audit protocols.

+ Demonstrate a strong understanding of how assigned property transactions impact external financial reporting including 10Q disclosures.

+ Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Property Accountants to drive performance and support professional growth.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or GED required.

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field required.

+ CPA candidate strongly preferred.

+ Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience.

+ At least 2 years of supervisory experience.

+ Proven experience managing staff with a collaborative, team-oriented approach across all levels of the organization. to support collective goals and responsibilities.

+ Display strong initiative, resourcefulness, and commitment to achieving goals and overcoming challenges.

+ Solid understanding of GAAP, financial policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.

+ Highly organized and deadline-focused with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with a strong emphasis on Excel.

+ Experience with ERP general ledger, specifically Yardi, preferred.

+ Background in public and/or industry accounting preferred.

+ Experience in real estate accounting, including lease review is a plus.

Compensation

+ Salary type: Exempt

+ Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly

+ Annual Base Salary Range: $90,000–$125,000

+ Annual Bonus: 15%

Benefit Information

+ Competitive compensation

+ Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1

+ 401(k) Company matching

+ 401(k) Vests on Day 1

+ Career development programs

+ Charitable donation matching

+ Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)

+ Paid Volunteer Hours

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options

+ Wellness and mental health resources

+ Pet insurance offering

+ Childcare Assistance

+ Commuter benefits

+ A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 1100 properties and 400 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It’s a feat that wouldn’t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don’t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities — but exceed them, every day.