Senior Real Estate Accounting Associate I

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Westmont (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Westmont, IL is seeking a Senior Associate Accountant I to manage complex accounting tasks and prepare property-level financial statements for a multi-property portfolio. You will perform journal entries and assist with month-end close while supporting client accounting services.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 1–5 years of accounting experience; real estate experience and knowledge of Yardi/MRI are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 1–5 years of accounting experience.
• Real estate accounting experience and software (Yardi, MRI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial reporting processes including journal entries, financial statement preparation, variance review, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly property financial statements for a multi-property portfolio.
• Participate in monthly calls with property management and clients.
• Oversee property-level cash management, bank reconciliations, and fraud prevention protocols.
• Train and guide junior staff.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Westmont, IL is seeking a Senior Associate Accountant I to manage complex accounting tasks and prepare property-level financial statements for a multi-property portfolio. You will perform journal entries and assist with month-end close while supporting client accounting services.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 1–5 years of accounting experience; real estate experience and knowledge of Yardi/MRI are preferred.