Director, Process Improvement and Controls

Brookfield Asset Management•Cleveland, OH

9d•$133,100 - $186,375•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Process Improvement and Controls is accountable for establishing the framework, articulating the strategy, and leading the development and execution of Brookfield Properties Multifamily's business process improvement and internal controls program. The role will partner closely with Operations, Legal/Compliance, Finance, Technology, Asset Management and other stakeholders to support improvements that enhance the accuracy, reliability, scalability, and efficiency of operational and financial processes and controls. The role will focus on areas such as leasing operations, resident lifecycle processes, revenue management execution, concessions, bad debt, security deposits, procurement, work orders, vendor management, property-level financial processes, system usage, policy adherence, and other high-impact operational processes. As a second line of defense function, the role partners with business units to simplify, standardize, and strengthen internal processes and the supporting control environment.

Requirements

Undergraduate (Bachelor) Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
8-10 Years of experience in risk management, process improvement, internal controls, internal audit, or a related field.
5-7 Years of proven experience leading risk, controls, or process improvement programs in complex, multi-functional environments.
5-7 Years of experience translating business and operational initiatives into effective control and risk management plans.
5-7 Years of experience working with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders globally.

Nice To Haves

Advanced (Master) Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
3-4 Years of Experience in multifamily real estate, property management, or a related real estate sector; demonstrated interest and willingness to develop subject matter expertise will also be considered preferred
CRMA (Certified in Risk Management Assurance) Preferred
CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) Preferred
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) Preferred
CISA (Certified Systems Auditor) Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Preferred

Responsibilities

Direct the process improvement and internal controls function with accountability for control oversight and business process governance.
Own the function's strategy and annual operating plan.
Prioritize and advance strategic process improvement and control initiatives across a complex stakeholder landscape.
Execution of strategic process improvement and control initiatives across business functions.
Strengthen the control environment through effective risk assessments, control design, and remediation strategies.
Maintain an audit readiness and assurance program supporting internal audits, external reviews, and accurate compliance reporting.
Deliver centralized risk, issue, and remediation reporting with clear accountability and escalation.
Oversee operational and third-party risk governance to support business resilience and compliance.
Improve business process effectiveness through simplification, standardization, automation, and scalable governance.
Maintain governance documentation, policies, standards, and procedures.
Provide recommendations for process simplification, workflow standardization, and automation roadmap.
Build team capability and lead the function to ensure high-quality, consistent delivery, including team development plans.
Provide senior leadership with clear reporting, risk insights, and decision support on key process, risk, and control matters.