Chicago, Illinois, USA
2 days ago
Accountant - Lease

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

This position is responsible for mastering all phases of analysis, administration, and processing of all lease data and charges, including data verification, analysis and preparation of all billings, such as monthly recurring charges, real estate tax and percentage rent. Lease data is used by all areas of the company.  As such, it is extremely important that the data be accurate and updated on a timely basis. This person will gain a working knowledge of how JDE set-up impacts company-wide reporting and will comply with corporate and departmental policies and procedures. 

ResponsibilitiesComplete all legal documents based on department guidelines, including abstraction, review, interpretation, input, and analysis of the informationReconcile, bill and analyze current and prior annual tenant real estate tax obligations in accordance with specific lease requirementsComplete tenant billing recoveries for common area maintenance and utilitiesProcess overage rent, including review of non-standard setup and completion of monthly billingMaintain all tracking schedulesWork in conjunction with other departments to resolve tenant disputes and inquiries in a timely manner, including finance, legal, and accountingPrepare analysis of financial impacts related to co-tenancy inquiriesIdentify and escalate problematic lease language that is financially detrimental or difficult to efficiently administerParticipate in due diligence for potential acquisitionsSpecial projects as required

Qualifications          

High School diploma or GED requiredBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance preferred2 years of commercial real estate experience preferredNaturally driven to meet expected deadlinesDetail orientedUnderstanding of basic accounting and business principlesKnowledge of Excel and personal computer softwareGood written and oral communication skills

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 (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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