Posted:
11/5/2024, 4:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Illinois, United States ⋅ Chicago, Illinois, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
Accounting
Location
Brookfield Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300Business
At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. It’s why we’re integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and more to reimagine retail experiences everywhere. Because for us, retail isn’t just about managing properties or redeveloping malls. It’s about creating inspiring spaces that draw consumers in. It’s about helping our tenants build their brand in a big way. It’s about contributing to our communities. And, more than anything, it’s about bringing people together.
If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Job Description
As an Accounting Intern, you will work largely on a project-based assignment supporting our Accounting function. During the internship, individuals will receive training and work on various projects that directly impact the business. Summer interns are immediately a part of our collaborative culture and build enduring relationships with their fellow interns, manager, and an assigned mentor. Summer interns also have the opportunity to network with various professionals through organized social events. Finally, each part time intern will work with an assigned mentor to complete a project and present their findings with other interns to the executive leadership team.
Overall, we seek qualities that display our company’s core values which are Act with Integrity, Take Initiative, Build Mutual Trust, and Win Together.
Responsibilities:
-Support Accounting department in ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures and resolving accounting related issues
-Support monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities
-Assist in the monthly preparation of reporting including, but not limited to:
Consolidated Financial Statements
Variance Reports
Balance Sheet Workpapers
Bank Reconciliations
Load and validate Property level financials
Prepare Journal Entries, Wires, and Reconcile Cash Activity
Reconcile information to aid in the Year End Close
Ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in College or University as a Senior Accounting Student with graduation dates December 2025 through May 2026
Self-motivated and proactive, both with respect to managing workload and own professional development
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadline
Excellent interpersonal, creative, analytical, and problem-solving ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Highly motivated to succeed in a team environment
Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Benefit Information
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 (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
A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.
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Website: https://brookfieldresidential.com/
Headquarter Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 1956
IPO Status: Delisted
Industries: Commercial Real Estate ⋅ Real Estate ⋅ Residential