Senior Property Accountant

Jobot; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work schedules

401K with match

Health benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Accountant for an onsite role in Skokie, IL. The position requires 3–5+ years in accounting, with a strong background in real estate and property accounting. Proficiency in Excel and experience with Yardi are preferred.

CPA track is a plus as you will support year-end closes and audits. The role offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $110,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• CPA certification or CPA track preferred.
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience or strong background in real estate, property accounting, or investment environments.
• Experience in healthcare real estate, REITs, or commercial real estate strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
• Experience with Yardi or similar property accounting systems preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work both independently and cross functionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year end close, including financial statements and reporting packages.
• Assist with audit prep, gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Partner with internal teams on financial analysis, reporting, and special projects.
• Work with external tax advisors to provide supporting schedules and data for filings.
• Review and analyze balance sheet accounts to resolve discrepancies.
• Support year end reporting requirements, including data compilation for regulatory and internal needs.
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

Skills

Strong Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Yardi

Job description

Job details: Senior Accountant, Onsite in Skokie, IL. This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin Shilney. Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year.

A bit about us

Growing real estate investment and operations organization with a diversified portfolio spanning healthcare, commercial, and other asset types. Our accounting, asset management, and acquisitions teams work closely together, which gives our people a chance to see the business from multiple angles rather than staying siloed in one lane. As we continue to expand, we're looking for someone who wants real ownership over their work and a front row seat to how a growing portfolio actually comes together.

Why join us?

• Joining a proven team of professionals within the investment market
• Be a part of the organic growth (year over year) within the accounting team
• UNLIMITED PTO
• Flexibility with work schedules -- if you need time off to handle personal duties, not a problem!
• 401K + competitive match
• Various health benefit plans (bluecross)

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year end close, including financial statements and reporting packages
• Assist with audit prep, gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests
• Partner with internal teams on financial analysis, reporting, and special projects
• Worked with external tax advisors to provide supporting schedules and data for filings
• Review and analyze balance sheet accounts to resolve discrepancies
• Support year end reporting requirements, including data compilation for regulatory and internal needs
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment while maintaining accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required

CPA certification or CPA track preferred

• Minimum of 3 to 5+ years of accounting experience
• Experience or strong background in real estate, property accounting, or investment environments
• Experience in healthcare real estate, REITs, or commercial real estate strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel required

Experience with Yardi or similar property accounting systems preferred

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work both independently and cross functionally

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