Senior Associate, Development Accounting

Company: Brookfield Properties
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

About BrookfieldBrookfield Properties is a fully-integrated, global real estate services company that provides industry-leading portfolio management and development capabilities across the real estate investment strategies of Brookfield Asset Management - a global alternative asset manager with approximately $550 billion in assets under management.Brookfield Properties develops and manages premier real estate with a focus on maximizing the tenant experience in addition to the investment and operational performance of the asset. We also focus on integrating leading-edge real estate technologies which enables us to be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability - benefiting not only our tenants, residents, and business partners, but also the communities in which we operate.OverviewThe Development Accountant will be part of the development team and will be responsible for monitoring the progress of projects, investigating variances, ensuring timely approval of expenses and invoices, and ensuring that projects are operating according to their business planPrimary Responsibilities* Tracking and coding all details of project / development costs by budget, commitments, actuals, and forecasts using PMWeb or similar project management solution or job costing module* Review of monthly progress draws from Construction Manager; ensure completeness of back-up provided; maintain sub-trade contracts and change orders* Assist in submission of monthly requirements to lenders* Assist in cash flow analysis, ensure adequate project liquidity, process funding requests* Record journal entries, maintain and reconcile general ledgers, job cost and other Yardi reports* Perform timely month-end close and ensure all pertinent transactions are recorded, including preparation of monthly accruals, bank reconciliations, and assistance with annual audits* Reconcile quarterly intercompany transactions and outstanding commitments* Perform timely monthly tax reconciliations, if necessary, including submission to tax department* Always ensure compliance with internal controls including preparation of monthly SOX packages* Support PMWeb business usersRequirementsService / Personal Skills: * Strong organizational skills* Ability to prioritize work and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced team environment* Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure accuracy of deliverables prepared* Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally* Self-motivated and proactive, with respect to both managing workload and professional development* Hands-on team player who is motivated to support the group in meeting deadlines* Welcomes personal growth through productive peer feedbackExperience / Technical Skills* Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field* Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a full-cycle accounting function; experience in real estate development is considered an asset* Adaptability with learning new applications such Project Management Solutions; Experience in accounting systems (i.e. Microsoft Dynamics, Yardi, Hyperion) is favorable* Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is required

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