Accountant - A/R

Brookfield Properties•Chicago, IL

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Business Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply. Position Summary The A/R Accountant is responsible for the timely collection of rents and other tenant charges, ensuring compliance with Company policies and lease terms. This role performs account analysis, reconciliation, and supports reporting while ensuring data integrity within tenant systems. This position also identifies, resolves, or escalates tenant issues while supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
At least 1 year of experience with ERP or general ledger systems required.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize effectively.
Solid problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with strong documentation practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel.
High attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

experience with JD Edwards and/or Yardi is a plus.
Real estate accounting experience preferred

Responsibilities

Review and analyze aged receivables reports and system information to prioritize tenant outreach.
Conduct collection efforts on base rents and other charges for assigned tenant accounts in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Provide responsive customer service to both tenants and internal stakeholders to ensure tenant commitments are fulfilled.
Interpret lease language for management review to address tenant inquiries.
Identify account issues and resolve independently or escalate to management and recommend appropriate actions for delinquent accounts such as default or litigation.
Reconcile tenant accounts, ensuring accurate application of payments and charges using available tools and systems.
Execute collections strategies across account statuses, including unpaid current, prior month, payment arrangements, and promissory notes.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date collection notes in accounting system(s).
Other duties as assigned.