Portfolio Accountant: AI-Driven Financial Reporting

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Portfolio Accountant to support accounting and reporting for estate investment portfolios under Fair Value GAAP. The role reports to the Portfolio Controller and focuses on closes, journals, and financial statement preparation.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, 1–3 years of accounting experience, CPA preferred (ambition to obtain CPA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and 1–3 years of accounting experience.
• CPA designation preferred; candidate will be expected to achieve CPA.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quarterly and annual accounting closes.
• Post journal entries and complete bank reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and related footnotes.
• Identify and lead AI‑driven process improvements across the accounting and reporting cycle.
• Assist with quarterly and annual reporting, year‑end audit and tax requirements.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Communication skills

Creativity & problem solving

Independence

AI awareness

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Portfolio Accountant to support accounting and reporting for estate investment portfolios under Fair Value GAAP. The role reports to the Portfolio Controller and focuses on closes, journals, and financial statement preparation.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, 1–3 years of accounting experience, CPA preferred (ambition to obtain CPA).