Senior Manager, Accounting

Brookfield Properties (USA) LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Summer Fridays

Paid maternity leave

Employee referral program

Job summary

BGRE, a premier Brookfield real estate partner, seeks a Senior Manager, Accounting in Atlanta, GA. Lead development accounting for North American Logistics projects, guide budgeting/forecasting, and ensure strong internal controls while partnering with Development, Investments, and Asset Management teams.

You will oversee a small team of accountants, drive process improvements, and ensure US GAAP compliance across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related quantitative discipline; CPA required
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including hands-on CRE development accounting
• Experience supervising accountants within an institutional real estate environment
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP; IFRS exposure a plus
• Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of Excel; Yardi experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage development accounting for an assigned portfolio of projects from acquisition through stabilization
• Ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, cost control, commitment tracking, loan draws and capital calls
• Support accounting for construction financings, joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions and recapitalizations
• Partner with lenders, auditors, joint venture partners and external consultants
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and research complex accounting matters as needed
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
• Present financial results and key risks to leadership
• Supervise, train and develop a small team of accountants

Skills

US GAAP

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Excel

Yardi

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Yardi

Excel

Job description

Location Atlanta - 1180 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 1575

Our Company BGRE is a premier, global real estate partner to the world’s most ambitious businesses. It operates and develops the real estate they rely on to grow with conviction across markets and sectors. The company combines global scale with deep local expertise, managing more than 260 MSF of office, logistics, hospitality, retail and living space in gateway markets around the world on behalf of Brookfield. Supported by thousands of employees worldwide, BGRE is committed to building strong partnerships, operating sustainably and creating places where people can work, live, connect and thrive. For more information, visit bgre.com.

Job Description At BGRE, we don’t just build and manage buildings. We envision and develop forward-thinking properties where businesses, people and communities thrive. From strategic planning through completion, our experienced team brings developments to life with a focus on creating enduring value and meaningful experiences. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to join BGRE in Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will play a key role in inspiring change and continual improvement. If you are committed to excellence and ready to contribute to a dynamic culture, we would love to meet you.

The Senior Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day Development Accounting for a segment of Brookfield's North American Logistics development portfolio. This finance professional will oversee development accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and internal controls for assigned projects while partnering closely with Development, Investments, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Capital Markets and Legal teams. The role provides financial guidance throughout the investment and development lifecycle and supervises a small team of accountants supporting a sophisticated institutional real estate platform.

Role & Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Business Partnership:
  • Manage the Development Accounting function for an assigned set of projects, applying and continuously improving best-in-class processes, governance standards and scalable operating procedures
  • Serve as a trusted business partner to Development, Asset Management and Investments teams, advising on accounting implications, financial risks and project performance
  • Supervise, train and develop a small team of accountants, setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback and supporting their career growth
  • Contribute to cross-functional initiatives including systems enhancements, automation and continuous process improvement
• Development Accounting & Portfolio Oversight:
  • Manage development accounting for an assigned portfolio of projects from acquisition through stabilization
  • Ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, cost control, commitment tracking, loan draws and capital calls
  • Support accounting for construction financings, joint ventures, acquisitions, dispositions and recapitalizations, escalating complex or non-routine matters to senior leadership
  • Partner with lenders, auditors, joint venture partners and external consultants
• Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting:
  • Ensure compliance with US GAAP (IFRS exposure a plus) and research and escalated complex accounting matters as needed
  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements and variance analysis
  • Support internal controls, audit readiness and financial governance across the development portfolio
  • Present financial results, forecasts and key business risks to Development and Finance leadership

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related quantitative discipline; CPA required
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including hands‑on commercial real estate development accounting experience preferred
• Experience supervising, training or mentoring accountants, ideally within an institutional real estate environment
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP, construction financing, joint ventures and development accounting; IFRS exposure a plus
• Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders and cross‑functional partners
• Working knowledge of Excel; Yardi experience strongly preferred

Your Career @ BGRE

At BGRE, your career progression is important to us. As a successful employee, you will have the opportunity to grow within your team, department, and across the Brookfield organization. Our leadership teams are dedicated to the accomplishments of their employees. We also invest time into training and developing our people.

Why BGRE?

We imagine, create, and operate on a foundation of values to build a better world, together. BGRE strives to create spaces where going to work never feels routine. As a BGRE employee, you will enjoy many benefits such as 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, summer Fridays, paid maternity leave and more. There is also a generous employee referral program because we want our existing team members to help us build a more diverse workplace through their networks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Type: Exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Medical & Pharmacy Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
• Dental Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
• Vision Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan
• Retirement: 401(k)
• Insurance: Employer-paid life & short/long term disability

Brookfield Properties is an equal opportunity employer, and we foster an inviting, inclusive and collaborative environment. 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.

#BPUS BGRE is a premier, global real estate partner to the world’s most ambitious businesses. It operates and develops the real estate they rely on to grow with conviction across markets and sectors. The company combines global scale with deep local expertise, managing more than 260 MSF of office, logistics, hospitality, retail and living space in gateway markets around the world on behalf of Brookfield. Supported by thousands of employees worldwide, BGRE is committed to building strong partnerships, operating sustainably and creating places where people can work, live, connect and thrive. For more information, visit bgre.com.