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. Responsibilities + Process 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 required + Bachelor’s degree, accounting or finance preferred + 2-4 years experience in Accounting, Finance or related field + Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills + Customer service experience, with the ability to compose and convey clear and concise instructions both orally and in writing + Experience 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 simultaneously + Ability to work in a fast-paced team-based environment and to interact with all levels within the Company + Sound analytical ability and reasoning skills + Possesses a can-do attitude and requires minimal daily work direction + Strong work ethic with good attendance record + Minimal 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. #BPR At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 1100 properties and 390 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It’s a feat that wouldn’t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don’t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities — but exceed them, every day.