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Brookfield Properties Senior Tax Accountant in Cleveland, Ohio
Location
Key Tower - 127 Public Square
Business
We know that a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work when it comes to residential living. That’s why, at Brookfield Properties, our portfolio features a wide range of options for any stage of life. And though our properties may be diverse, one thing is universal: all offer the unparalleled quality, service, and support our residents deserve.
If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Position Summary
At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.The Brookfield Properties Tax Department is responsible for ASC 740 reporting and all income tax filings for a private Real Estate Investment Trust ("REIT") return, its subsidiary REIT returns, corporate entities making up a consolidated taxable REIT subsidiary ("TRS") group, stand alone TRS entities, and partnerships through which the Company owns its various real estate properties. The Senior Tax Accountant plays an important role in preparation of monthly/quarterly tax provision workpapers required under ASC 740. This includes preparation of schedules for deferred tax assets/liabilities, income tax payables and effective rate reconciliations. They will also have involvement in gathering the necessary information for tax return compliance, REIT testing preparation, tax return estimates, tax return projections, and initial review of moderate to complex returns in a timely and accurate manner.
Essential Job Functions
Assist with monthly/quarterly tax provisions under ASC 740 by preparing, reviewing, and consolidating tax provision workpapers. (25%)
Preparation and review of legal entity and consolidated deferred tax assets/liabilities, income tax payables, effective tax rate reconciliations and reconciliations of income tax provisions to income tax returns prepared by outside firm (true-ups). (25%)
Review Federal and state corporate and partnership income tax returns. (25%)
Assist in preparation of quarterly income and asset tests for the REIT and the sub-REITS and coordinating REIT property service questionnaires. (10%)
Interact with both internal accounting teams and external auditing personnel to obtain information, resolve tax issues, and assist in reporting of book to tax reconciliation for activity of entire company. (10%)
Maintain strong working relationships with external advisors and colleagues. (5%)
Education
This position requires a(n) Undergraduate (Bachelor) Degree in Accounting.
Additional degree(s) that are preferred for this position include:
Advanced (Master) Degree in Tax
Work Experience
Below is the required/preferred work experience for this position:
3 - 4 Years: Knowledge of tax provision rules under US GAAP ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) - Required
3 - 4 Years: Corporate and partnership tax laws, regulations and other relevant authority sufficient to interpret and apply to transactions. - Required
3 - 4 Years: Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel/proficiency in tax provision software. - Required
3 - 4 Years: Strong background in tax process/systems/software - Required
3 - 4 Years: Public accounting experience/experience with real estate /REITs - Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Below are the licenses/certificates required/preferred for this position:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Preferred
Great Incentives!
Brookfield Properties cares about the well-being and work-life balance of our valued associates! To show how much we care, we offer awesome incentives that include:
Full benefits package
Generous paid time off
401(k) with company match
Growth and advancement opportunities
Lucrative referral bonus program
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Religion/Sex/Protected Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status/Pregnancy/Age/National Origin/Genetic Information. Drug free workplace
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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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At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 800 properties and 350 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It’s a feat that wouldn’t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don’t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities — but exceed them, every day.