Location

Brookfield Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

Business

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

Position Summary

The Property Tax Analyst is responsible for receiving, processing, paying and reconciling the real estate and personal property tax payments for the portfolio of properties across the United States. Overall, we seek qualities that display our company’s core values which are Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative, Act With Integrity and Win Together. ResponsibilitiesProcess real estate and personal property tax bills for field and corporate locations timely.Process tax bills using Basware and JD Edwards (ERP system).  Analyze whether payments are escrow or company paid, code and flow for approvals following signatory authority policies.Contact escrow agents to notify same of parcel information, upcoming due dates and amounts for property tax bills.Compile tax checks with tax bill coupons from jurisdictions, and remit payment via certified mail.  Maintain a filing system of payments processed for proof of payment inquiries. Open mail related to property taxes and other affiliated correspondence. Scan and email property tax bills to the service provider daily. Distribute any additional mail as necessary to appropriate parties.Review Quality Control report daily to determine if any tax bills are in jeopardy of being paid late and notify department manager of possible delays in processing.Reconcile payments completed by escrow agents and provide backup for accurate payment matching within the ERP system.Research payment status and answer inquiries from both outside vendors and internal staff which includes collaborating as necessary to resolve any escrow account reconciliation discrepancies.Coordinate with Treasury to complete two-month payment forecasting reviews during monthly cross-team meetings.Evaluate and approve access requests for PTAX system, learn the system to provide guidance to end users and communicate with their counterpart to coordinate approvals and payments of bills as necessary.Respond to customer inquiries from both internal and external customers via phone and email, research payment status and provide details as necessary to applicable stakeholders, including corresponding with taxing jurisdictions as needed regarding penalties, and other inquiries.Maintain files and procedure documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.Fulfill internal and external audit requests.Assist in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications    

High School Diploma or GED requiredBachelor’s degree, accounting or finance preferred2-4 years experience in Accounting, Finance or related fieldStrong Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skillsCustomer service experience, with the ability to compose and convey clear and concise instructions both orally and in writingExperience with JD Edwards Enterprise One (or similar ERP system’s A/P module)Familiarity with electronic invoice processing software (Basware preferred)Dedicated self-starter with good organization skills who can handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to work in a fast-paced team-based environment and to interact with all levels within the CompanySound analytical ability and reasoning skillsPossesses a can-do attitude and requires minimal daily work directionStrong work ethic with good attendance recordMinimal daily work direction

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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.

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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