Senior Accounting Associate I

JLL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL in Westmont, IL is seeking a skilled Senior Accounting Associate I to join our Client Accounting Services team. You will manage complex accounting tasks, prepare multiple financial statements, and serve as a trusted advisor to property teams and clients.

This role offers growth in a dynamic environment with responsibilities spanning monthly close, journal entries, bank reconciliations, audits, and budget assistance, leveraging MRI or Yardi and advanced Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 2–4 years of accounting experience required.
• Real estate accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely monthly/quarterly property financial statements for 4–6 properties by client deadlines.
• Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports, including journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate audits with internal/external teams and ensure proper documentation.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and cash management for loan servicing and reporting.
• Support Accounts Payable processing by reviewing invoice coding and approvals.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and timely entry into the accounting system.

Skills

Real estate accounting

Excel

Adaptability

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Senior Accounting Associate I – JLL

What this job involves:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant for our Client Accounting Services team in Westmont, IL. This role is essential to delivering exceptional financial management and reporting for our diverse client portfolio. You will manage complex accounting tasks, prepare financial statements, and serve as a trusted advisor to property teams and clients alike. This position offers significant growth opportunities in a dynamic environment and is ideal for experienced accountants looking to advance their career in client-focused financial management while contributing directly to JLL's reputation for excellence in real estate services.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly/quarterly property financial statements for a 4 to 6 property portfolio by established client deadlines
• Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports, including journal entries, financial statement preparation, and bank reconciliations within stated controls and client reporting requirements
• Function as a resource to site property teams, coordinating procedures, responding to accounting questions, and addressing client inquiries
• Oversee internal and external audits and coordinate with various departments on audit requirements
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash management for loan servicing, disbursement processing, and external reporting
• Coordinate the Accounts Payable process by reviewing invoice coding and approvals while ensuring compliance with all appropriate controls
• Assist with annual budget preparation by compiling key assumptions and capital budget information, reviewing for reasonableness, and ensuring timely and accurate entry into the accounting system

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 2-4 years of accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Real estate accounting experience
• Experience with real estate specific software, specifically MRI or Yardi
• Adaptability to maintain effectiveness in varying environments, tasks, and responsibilities
• Experience with annual year-end reconciliation processes, including preparation, calculation, and review of adjustments per lease requirements
• Strong planning and organizing abilities with capability to establish courses of action to accomplish goals and evaluate results
• Ability to multitask, work successfully under pressure, and effectively prioritize and manage time and workload to meet client needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel (Access knowledge desirable)

Location:

Onsite – Westmont, IL

Location: On-site –Chicago, IL

Expected compensation for this position: 79,000.00 – 97,000.00 USD per year

Company Culture

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay