Property Accountant

clearinvestmentgroup; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end and performance-based bonuses

401(k) participation

Health and dental insurance

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

Clear Investment Group is seeking a Property Accountant to join its team in Chicago. The role will directly support the accounting team by performing month-end close activities, managing accounts payable, and conducting financial analyses.

Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of accounting experience, with an emphasis on financial statement preparation and strong Excel skills. The position offers a full-time opportunity in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in accounting, preferably in real estate.
• Core competencies in financial statement preparation.
• Strong analytical skills including proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and research outstanding items.
• Assist with month-end close activities and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support audit requests.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial statement preparation

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

Clear Investment Group (CIG) is a fast-growing, boutique real estate investment firm headquartered in Chicago, IL. We specialize in the acquisition, repositioning, and management of multifamily assets, with a focus on distressed and value-add opportunities. Our expanding portfolio spans strategic markets across the Midwest, South, and Northeast—where we identify underperforming properties and transform them into thriving, stabilized communities.
At CIG, we combine deep market expertise with hands‑on operational execution to deliver exceptional, risk‑adjusted returns for our investors—while driving positive impact in the neighborhoods where we invest. We are an energetic and rapidly scaling company that values innovation, accountability, and collaboration. Our culture is rooted in our Core Values:

• Get It Done
• Ride the Wave
• Add Value
• Exhibit Passion

This is an exciting time to join CIG as we continue our trajectory of growth, innovation, and excellence in real estate investment.

Position: Property Accountant

Department: Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Location: 100% In-Office (Chicago Loop)
Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $65K- $85K (commensurate with experience)
• Eligible for year-end and performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) participation
• PTO, Holidays
• Health and dental insurance

Position Overview

We are seeking a Property Accountant to join our growing Chicago-based real estate investment firm. This role supports the accounting team by assisting with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, and financial analysis. This position works closely with the Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and research outstanding items.
• Prepare and post journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities and account reconciliations.
• Perform utility variance analysis and investigate significant fluctuations.
• Provide support for accounts payable processes, including invoice review and vendor inquiries.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting schedules.
• Assist with audit requests and other accounting projects as assigned.
• Ad-hoc projects as necessary.

Qualifications

Required

• 2-4 years of experience in accounting; real estate a plus.
• Working knowledge of month end closing procedures.
• Core competencies in financial statement preparation.
• Creative thinker with the ability to tackle and resolve issues on a real time basis.
• Strong analytical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize workflow.
• Understanding of GAAP.

Preferred

• Real estate, multifamily, or property accounting experience.
• Yardi Voyager experience.
• Experience with partnership accounting.
• Experience working with multiple legal entities.

Why Clear Investment Group?

At CIG, you'll have a direct impact on a growing multifamily portfolio and work alongside experienced real estate professionals in acquisitions, asset management, and operations. We offer a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where strong performers have opportunities to take on additional responsibility and advance their careers.