Senior Accounting Associate I

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) is hiring a Senior Accountant Associate I for the Client Accounting Services team in Westmont, IL. You will manage monthly and quarterly property financial statements, prepare reports, and support audits while serving client needs.

The role offers growth within a leading real estate services firm. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 2–4 years of accounting experience, with real estate experience and MRI/Yardi skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of accounting experience.
• Experience with real estate accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly/quarterly property financial statements for a multi-property portfolio.
• Prepare and distribute financial reports, including journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Coordinate with site property teams and respond to accounting questions and client inquiries.
• Oversee audits and coordinate with departments on audit requirements.
• Oversee accounts payable, budgeting, and annual cost reviews per lease requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Time management

Communication

Excel proficiency

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 Accountant 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
• 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
• Client focus with dedication to meeting expectations and requirements of external and internal clients while establishing and maintaining effective relationships
• Drive for results with proven ability to exceed goals successfully and maintain bottom-line orientation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel (Access knowledge desirable)
• Adaptability to maintain effectiveness in varying environments, tasks, and responsibilities
• Ability to effectively cope with change, shift gears comfortably, and decide and act without having the total picture
• Capability to comfortably handle risk and uncertainty in ambiguous situations
• Experience with annual year-end reconciliation processes, including preparation, calculation, and review of adjustments per lease requirements

Location: Onsite – Westmont, IL

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.

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

Estimated compensation for this position: 78,000.00 – 78,800.00 USD per year This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location: On-site –Westmont, IL

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

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At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.