The Howard Hughes name is synonymous with an unrelenting passion for excellence. While his achievements in aviation and the silver screen are legendary, it was his investments in real estate that form the foundation of our company. With passion, determination and limitless imagination, he built one of the great American empires of the 20th century. At Howard Hughes, we live by our purpose to help people discover new ways of experiencing life - because it’s not just buildings and places that matter, it’s what you do with them that can change the way people live.

We aspire to be the most creatively driven real estate company in the world and we believe in fostering a culture that is built to last by cultivating curiosity and empowering every employee to find their story in this great organization.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting is responsible for all technical accounting research and its application to both internal and external reporting. This position will play an integral role in the Accounting and SEC Reporting Function.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Responsible for the evaluation of all significant accounting transactions, research and implementation of relevant accounting technical standards.

• Conduct research on relevant accounting technical standards and regulations to ensure compliance with accounting principles, rules and regulations.

• Analyze complex accounting issues and provide guidance to the accounting team on the proper accounting treatment.

• Prepare technical accounting memos to document accounting positions taken by the Company and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.

• Support the Accounting team in the implementation of new accounting standards and regulations.

• Stay up to date with changes in accounting standards and regulations and communicate potential impacts.

• Challenge and understand financial information so that issues are resolved, and financial results are properly recorded and presented.

• Special projects and other duties as needed.

ABOUT YOU:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required and CPA required.

• 7-10 years of relevant experience, including experience at a Big 4 public accounting firm.

• Advanced understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to apply GAAP to new and existing transactions.

• Demonstrate clear proficiency in SEC reporting requirements and research.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, work with little supervision and attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong technical writing skills.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

• Interact effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, and meet deadlines in a fast paced and growth-oriented environment.

• Build positive working relationships with employees at all levels within the organization.

• Exercise sound judgment when making decisions.

• Good problem solver/creative thinker.

• “Can-do” attitude, pro-active and resourceful.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that The Howard Hughes Corporation does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, HHC 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, HHC 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 The Howard Hughes Corporation.

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. The Howard Hughes Corporation reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.