Sales Reporting Analyst

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

Brookfield Properties has an immediate need for an Accountant-Data Integrity on-site at the corporate office in Chicago, IL.

This position is responsible for mastering all phases of the analysis on administration and processing of all lease data, including verification and analysis. Assume full responsibilities for projects assigned. Lease data is used by all areas of the Company thus it is extremely important that the data be accurate and updated timely. Gain a working knowledge of how JDE lease set-up impacts Financial Reporting. Comply with corporate and departmental policies and procedures.

Overall, we seek qualities that display our company's core values which are Humility, Attitude, Do the Right Thing, Together and Own it.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Display exemplary corporate culture and promote the same culture with your team.
• Ensure you are practicing the "be here now" attitude with all projects that you are assigned
• Ensure you are communicating to your Supervisor your career growth plan.
• Review and analyze lease language to determine if data elements are entered correctly in the corporate accounting system as issues arise on data integrity reports.
• Participate in the tenant sales audits process to ensure completion from beginning to end.
• Ensure compliance with departmental and corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Manages the collection of certified and monthly reported sales for assigned properties which includes: entering sales, reviewing lease setup for sales, validating sales variances on tenants, and entering estimates for new leases.
• Ensure completion of all tracking schedules, including complete review to ensure that all data points are completed timely.
• Ensure all of the data request ques are completed timely.
• Identify and escalate problematic lease language that is financially detrimental or difficult to efficiently administer. Prepare analysis of financial impact.
• Develop and Maintain Processes:
  • Development of new procedures and enhancement of existing procedures. Recommend enhancements to improve efficiencies and maximize the utilization of departmental resources.
  • Roll-out of processes developed to Lease Accounting and other groups in the organization.

• Prepare and maintain work status schedules and 'To Do' lists to facilitate effective management of the department. This schedule should be maintained and updated weekly and reviewed with your Manager for prioritization.
• Participate in the performance on due diligence activities for potential acquisitions. This includes the analyzation of Lease Language and Billings and verification to Due Diligence materials
• Participate in the JDE set up of acquired properties. Includes development of input scripts and validation plans and execution of steps on these plans.
• Assist in corporate systems improvement initiatives by serving as a team member and/or performing required testing. Analyze information as required by project charter.
• Other duties and specific projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 1-3 years' corporate or business work experience in accounting.
• Understanding of basic Accounting and Business principles
• Proficient in Excel
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities
• Ability to train employees
• Ability to adhere to procedures

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.