Property Accountant

CFS; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule with remote Fridays

Job summary

CFS in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Property Accountant to manage month-end close for assigned real estate assets, oversee reporting, and ensure accuracy of CAM and expense reconciliations.

The role partners with senior leadership and accounting teams in a hybrid environment, offering mentorship and long-term development in a growing real estate operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Property accounting experience in real estate.
• Strong month-end close experience.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close activities for assigned real estate assets.
• Oversee property accounting processes and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review CAM reconciliations and real estate expense reconciliations.
• Partner with management and accounting teams to improve workflows and controls.
• Support portfolio growth initiatives and evolving accounting needs.

Skills

Property accounting

Month-end close

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Salary: $75,000 - $100,000

$75K-$100K

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Gain direct exposure to senior leadership and revenue-generating brokerage teams
• Enjoy a collaborative environment that values employee input and continuous improvement
• Benefit from hands-on support, mentorship, and long-term career development opportunities
• Work in a newly renovated office with premium amenities including a fitness center, stocked kitchen, and catered lunches
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with remote work flexibility on Fridays
• Contribute to a business-critical accounting function that supports expanding real estate operations

Key Responsibilities For The Property Accountant

• Manage month-end close activities for assigned real estate assets
• Oversee property accounting processes and financial reporting
• Prepare and review CAM reconciliations and real estate expense reconciliations
• Partner with management and accounting teams to improve workflows and controls
• Support portfolio growth initiatives and evolving accounting needs

Qualifications For The Property Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Property accounting experience within the real estate industry
• Strong month-end close experience
• Advanced Excel skills