Entry-Level Staff Accountant Openings (May 2027 grads)

Simon Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group is seeking a corporate accountant in Indianapolis to review, maintain and analyze areas of accounting within Corporate Financial Reporting departments.

You will prepare monthly close journal entries, ensure timely close, review trial balances, and assist with budgets and forecasts. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Accounting, internship experience, and are pursuing CPA licensure with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Accounting internship in either public accounting or corporate environment is preferred.
• Working towards CPA license is a plus.
• Effective analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly close journal entries for assigned areas in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure monthly close process for assigned areas is performed accurately and timely.
• Review and maintain documentation for assigned areas in the trial balances/general ledger.
• Analyze results, transactions and/or financial statements monthly.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reporting information to internal personnel.
• Assist in the preparation and review of the annual budget and quarterly forecast updates for assigned areas.
• Participation in special projects, as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Prioritize tasks

Microsoft Office proficiency

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Accounting internship in either public accounting or corporate environment is preferred

Working towards CPA license is a plus

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

AI tools (Claude/CoPilot)

Job description

Job Location

Corporate Indianapolis

Primary Purpose

To review, maintain and analyze areas of accounting within various Corporate Financial Reporting departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly close journal entries for assigned areas in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principals
• Ensure monthly close process for assigned areas is performed accurately and timely
• Review and maintain documentation for assigned areas in the trial balances/general ledger
• Analyze results, transaction and/or financial statements monthly
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial reporting information to internal personnel
• Assist in the preparation and review of the annual budget and quarterly forecast updates for assigned areas
• Participation in special projects, as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major or concentration in Accounting is required
• Accounting internship in either public accounting or corporate environment is preferred
• Working towards CPA license is a plus
• Effective analytical, interpersonal, communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and familiarity with AI tools (such as Claude or CoPilot) a plus

Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50+ year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.

Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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