Senior Accountant

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $268 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture.  We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader:  Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.  Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

The Senior Accountant will be part of Brookfield Property Partners (BPY) Corporate team and will report to the Manager, Finance. Located in our head office in Downtown Toronto, the Senior Accountant role provides a solid foundation and exposure to a progressive and dynamic career with a leading global asset management firm. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the accounting records of the BPY Corporate team and working with various internal stakeholders and teams to identify and implement key improvement opportunities. There is also an opportunity to provide leadership and mentorship to a team of senior/corporate accountants and interns.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities for this position would include, among other things:

· Oversee the inventory of derivative hedge contracts across various legal entities, including analysis of the impact of these contracts, liaising with the capital markets team, confirming the contracts with counterparties, and preparing the quarterly journal entries

· Preparation and review of the Corporate quarterly reporting pack

· Preparation and review of legal entity financial statements

· Preparation and review of supporting schedules to support the BPY public audit financial statements and MD&A

· Preparation and review of the quarterly forecast

· Collaborate regularly with other finance teams and other departments (tax, legal, treasury) globally on transactions

· Preparation and review of monthly close processes including corporate accounting entries, period-end accruals, and reconciliations.

· Support internal and external reporting audits and assist with ad-hoc requests as required.

· Support monthly financial close cycles and identify opportunities to implement practical changes to drive improvements and efficiencies

· Production of key metrics and data analysis to support the closing of transactions and deals

· Support the execution of complex technical accounting steps and issues, including the coordination with other business units and departments

· Assist in the preparation of various analyses and reports for senior management to support their business decision-making

· Assist with other accounting-related projects and functions as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

· CPA designation

· Minimum of 3 to 5 years of accounting experience in an accounting or financial analyst function

· Experience with Quantum, Chatham, MS Dynamics, and OneStream desired, but not required

· Strong financial experience, including advanced Excel skills

· Strong analytical and conceptual thinker who works well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

· Able to work with changing priorities, meet deadlines, prioritize well and able to work under pressure and independently

· Self-motivated and proactive, with respect to both managing workload and professional development

· Demonstrates flexibility and strong supportive teamwork as well as professional and positive can-do attitude

· Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it.  Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.