GAAP Accountant & Financial Close Specialist

Brookfield Asset Management Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookfield Asset Management Inc in Baltimore, MD is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will collaborate with Finance, FP&A and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes while ensuring adherence to U.S. GAAP.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel skills and ERP familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate environment; or 1–2 years in public accounting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Proficiency in Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and advanced formulas.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger under U.S. GAAP.
• Perform monthly reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare supporting schedules for financial reporting and management analysis.
• Analyze financial transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Support fixed asset accounting, prepaid expenses, accruals, and balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Collaborate with Finance, FP&A, Operations and other partners to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Assist with process improvements, automation, and implementation of best practices.
• Support special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as assigned.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Brookfield Asset Management Inc in Baltimore, MD is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. You will collaborate with Finance, FP&A and Operations to resolve issues and improve processes while ensuring adherence to U.S. GAAP.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel skills and ERP familiarity are preferred.