Property Accountant

Northbrook Court; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) Company matching

Generous paid time off

Career development programs

Volunteer hours

Parental leave

Job summary

GGP Chicago is seeking a Property Accountant to record and report property-level financial statements in accordance with GAAP. You will prepare balance sheets and income statements for a portfolio of properties and work with property teams and corporate finance to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field (CPA candidate a plus) and at least 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
• CPA candidate is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting/finance experience; real estate preferred.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Experience with JD Edwards or Yardi.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balance sheets and income statements for a portfolio of properties.
• Analyze, document, and record transactions in the Company's JD Edwards general ledger.
• Provide explanations for balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Calculate CAM charges according to lease agreements.
• Collaborate with property teams, financial reporting teams, and other partners.
• Document ownership-level transactions and adjustments per legal docs.
• Stay informed on external accounting practices and disclosures.
• Apply AI tools effectively while maintaining accuracy and data integrity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

JD Edwards

Yardi

Job description

Job Description

Location GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300 Business Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve

Position Summary

The Property Accountant is responsible for accurately recording and reporting property-level financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company policies. This role ensures timely preparation of financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analyses to support property operations. The Property Accountant also collaborates with property teams and corporate finance to maintain compliance and drive financial accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare balance sheets and income statements for assigned portfolio of properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze, document, and record transactions in the Company's JD Edwards general ledger, maintaining thorough supporting workpapers.
• Provide detailed explanations for all balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Calculate tenant common area maintenance (“CAM”) charges according to lease agreements.
• Collaborate with property teams, financial reporting teams, and other business partners to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Document and record ownership-level transactions and adjustments for assigned portfolio based on relevant legal documentation such as debt agreements, purchase and sales contracts, and joint venture agreements.
• Stay informed on external accounting and reporting practices to understand transaction disclosures and financial trends.
• Ability to apply AI tools effectively while ensuring accuracy and data integrity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field required; CPA candidate is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in related accounting or finance role required; experience within the real estate industry is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience preparing workpapers supporting accrual-based general ledger entries and responding to audit inquiries.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate-level Excel skills.
• Experience with an ERP general ledger, preferably JD Edwards or Yardi.

Compensation

Salary type: Exempt Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly Annual Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 Annual Bonus: 10%

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.

#GGP

At GGP, we’re all about creating spaces that do more than just exist — they thrive. For over 70 years, we’ve been at the forefront of retail real estate, building destinations where brands and communities come together to make magic happen. With a portfolio of 95+ retail centers across 34 states, we’re proud to say that 61% of the U.S. population lives within an hour of a GGP destination. That’s not just reach — it’s impact. And it’s what drives us to keep innovating. We’re not your average landlords. We’re partners, collaborators, and champions of retail success. In a world where the retail landscape is changing faster than ever, we’re here to help brands stay ahead, grow stronger, and connect more deeply with their customers. At GGP, we don’t have to manage real estate — we transform it into a retail advantage.

Let’s build something extraordinary together.