Sr Accountant - Corp Acctg

Brookfield Properties; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to maintain financial control systems and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This role involves managing corporate expenditures, preparing budgets, and conducting financial analyses. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in accounting, excellent communication skills, and a passion for contributing to a dynamic team.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits starting Day 1

401(k) with company matching

Generous paid time off

Paid Volunteer Hours

Paid Parental Leave

Childcare Assistance

Wellness and mental health resources

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a related field.
• Current understanding of GAAP and FASB.
• Ability to interpret accounting application in ambiguous situations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial control systems through accurate recording of expenditures.
• Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Review financial policies for compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

CPA or MBA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

JDE ledger

Job description

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 Senior Accountant for Corporate Accountingmaintains financial control systems through prompt, accurate and comprehensive recording of corporate expenditures and various public stock transactions. This role ensures that corporate policies/procedures are being followed and are in accordance with GAAP and management authorization and prepares reports and analyses with concise, timely and accurate information.

Responsibilities

• Keep knowledgeable and up-to-date on current and proposed accounting matters to identify concerns and opportunities for the Company and communicate these to management
• Review financial and accounting policies and procedures for compliance with GAAP. Perform special studies to identify profit opportunities and improve presentation of financial information
• Prepare various analyses of project financial performance as requested by management
• Prepare and record journal entries
• Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
• Prepare account reconciliations
• Work with finance department and outside stock agent to properly record stock and warrant activity
• Maintain and recommend procedures and policies to improve the efficiency, accuracy and completion of financial reports on a timely basis
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree, CPA or MBA preferred
• 3 years of experience in arelated field
• Current understanding of GAAP, FASB and other sources of authoritative accounting knowledge.
• Ability to interpret its application in ambiguous situations including those associated with options and stock transactions
• Computer literacy with strong knowledge of Excel, JDE ledger experience or other similar ERP systems
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management
• Excellent analytical skills

Compensation

Salary type: Exempt

Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly

Annual Base Salary Range: $65,000- $85,000

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. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

#BPR