Property Accountant
GGP · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Accounting$70k–$90k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Prepare balance sheets and income statements for assigned portfolio of properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Analyze, document, and record transactions in the Company's JD Edwards general ledger, maintaining thorough supporting workpapers.
- Provide detailed explanations for all balance sheet and income statement variances.
- Calculate tenant common area maintenance (“CAM”) charges according to lease agreements.
- Collaborate with property teams, financial reporting teams, and other business partners to ensure smooth financial operations.
- Document and record ownership-level transactions and adjustments for assigned portfolio based on relevant legal documentation such as debt agreements, purchase and sales contracts, and joint venture agreements.
- Stay informed on external accounting and reporting practices to understand transaction disclosures and financial trends.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED required.
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field required; CPA candidate is a plus.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in related accounting or finance role required; experience within the real estate industry is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience preparing workpapers supporting accrual-based general ledger entries and responding to audit inquiries.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate-level Excel skills.
- Experience with an ERP general ledger, preferably JD Edwards or Yardi.
Pay
- Salary type: Exempt
- Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
- Annual Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000
- Annual Bonus: 10%
Benefits
- 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