Senior Real Estate Accounting & Reporting Lead

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 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.