Location
San Diego - 350 Camino De La Reina, Suite 140Business
At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind – creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.
As part of Brookfield — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.
If you're ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
Overview:
The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of the company’s real estate development portfolio through accurate and timely accounting, reporting, and treasury activities. This role is responsible for preparing financial statements, assisting with monthly close, maintaining debt and capital account reconciliations, and supporting internal and external audits. In partnership with the Treasury Manager, the Staff Accountant also helps manage daily cash operations, loan draws, cash forecasting, and corporate credit card and travel and expense programs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to upholding internal controls and financial integrity in alignment with US GAAP and company policies.
Key Deliverables:
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of internal and external financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and company policies.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal stakeholders and external partners.
Assist in the monthly close process, including journal entries, fund consolidations, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and compiling financial statements.
Conduct detailed variance analysis at the project level, comparing actual results to forecasts, prior periods, and annual business plans.
Assist in the processing of daily cash transactions and bank activity in company systems.
Forecast short-term cash needs and collaborate with the Treasury Manager to analyze funding requirements and coordinate with investors and lenders.
Prepare monthly loan draws to submit to lenders and reconcile loan activity including paydowns and rate election notices.
Maintain monthly reconciliations of all debt accounts to ensure compliance with lender agreements and internal policies.
Prepare and reconcile capital accounts and partner equity contributions, ensuring alignment with investment structures and reporting obligations.
Assist in coordinating annual external audits and internal audit engagements by preparing required schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
Participate in the annual budgeting process, including compilation of supporting data and variance explanations.
Assist with the design, testing, and implementation of internal controls to enhance operational and financial reporting integrity.
Support the documentation and evaluation of existing control structures, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Contribute to broader financial and operational goals through special projects and daily operational oversight.
Review PCard and employee expense reports in the Concur System for accuracy, proper documentation, and correct general ledger coding.
Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed to support leadership decision-making and business initiatives.
Provide analytical support to various departments and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives across accounting and finance functions.
What You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of accounting experience; real estate or construction industry experience is a plus
Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal control principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Yardi, NewStar, Sage, or similar)
Exposure to or interest in treasury operations is a plus
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative
Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments
What We Offer:
Based upon relevant experience with a range: $65,000 - $85,000
Bonus Potential: Up to 15%
Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1
401(k) matching, vesting begins day 1
Career development programs
Charitable donation matching
Paid Volunteer Hours
Paid parental leave
Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options
Wellness and mental health resources
Pet insurance offering
A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community
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Brookfield Residentialparticipates in the E-Verify process to confirm the eligibility of candidates to work in the United States.
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.