Senior Accountant, Operating Accounting

Dedicated to innovative placemaking, Howard Hughes Communities is the real estate platform of Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Building on that foundation, we foster a culture of curiosity that empowers every employee to shape their own story within our organization.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant is responsible for property accounting and preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports by compiling information, preparing and analyzing profit and loss statements, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures. This position will also be responsible for applying General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to reviewing and approving capital asset additions, disposals, adjustments, depreciation, and allocations.

What You Will Do

• Financial Close & Reporting

Lead month-end close activities for a property portfolio, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement reviews, and variance analysis to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

• Accounts & Lease Management

Review and approve accounts payable and assess accounts receivable for collectability. Review and approve lease abstracts, analyze new leases and amendments, and prepare tenant operating expense recovery calculations.

• Audit Coordination & Special Projects

Coordinate with internal and external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits, while supporting lender reporting requirements and contributing to special projects as needed.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.

• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Proven ability to use business and financial acumen, and translate into business solutions.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related products.

• Familiarity with, and eagerness to explore and integrate, emerging technologies (e.g., AI) to drive innovation and continuous learning.

Benefits Built for You

At Howard Hughes Communities, we offer competitive, market-based compensation that rewards performance and supports career growth. Our comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees at every stage of their career, is focused on holistic wellness-social, emotional, financial, and physical.

• Competitive 401k plan

• Generous PTO policy

• Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Voluntary benefits for unexpected life events

• Student loan assistance and stipends to assist with lifelong learning

About Howard Hughes Communities

Howard Hughes Communities develops, owns, and operates the nation's premier large-scale master planned communities and mixed-use developments. Our award-winning portfolio includes The Woodlands, Bridgeland, andThe Woodlands Hillsin Greater Houston; SummerlininLas Vegas; Teravalis inGreater Phoenix; Ward VillageinHonolulu; and Merriweather District inColumbia, Maryland. Strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, we offer one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Learn more atcommunities.howardhughes.com.

This job description is not meant to be an "all-inclusive" list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Howard Hughes Communities reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Howard Hughes Communities does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Howard Hughes Communities will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Howard Hughes Communities explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Howard Hughes Communities.