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Staff Accountant

at Jones Lang LaSalle in Downers GroveWestmont, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Join our growing Client Accounting Service (CAS) Team and seize the opportunity to thrive in the dynamic field of commercial real estate. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This is a great entry-level position, offering a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates with a Bachelor of Accounting degree to kickstart their career in the commercial real estate industry.
As a vital member of CAS, you will play a crucial role in preparing accurate and comprehensive financial reports for our diverse portfolio of properties. With the option of a hybrid work schedule, you will have the chance to collaborate with your colleagues in our Westmont, IL office two days a week, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. This is your chance to make your mark in the thriving commercial real estate industry and contribute to the success of our team.

Responsibilities
Prepare timely and accurate monthly/quarterly property financial statements for a 4 to 6 property portfolio by the deadlines established by the client.

Prepare and distribute monthly/quarterly financial reports - prepare monthly/quarterly journal entries, financial statement preparation and bank reconciliations within stated controls and client reporting requirements.

Gain a complete understanding of the internal accounting requirements as well as work to ensure requirements are met as established by the client.

Function as a resource to site property teams as required coordinating procedures, responding to accounting questions, and responding to client questions.

Oversee internal and external audits and coordinate with various departments on requirements.

Oversee bank reconciliations, cash management for loan servicing, disbursement processing and external reporting.

Coordinate Accounts Payable process - review invoice coding and approvals, and ensure compliance with all appropriate controls that are in place.

Assist with annual budget preparation - compile key assumptions and capital budget information, review for reasonableness and ensure timely and accurate entry into the accounting system.

Annual year-end reconciliation process - Assist in the preparation, calculation and review of the year-end reconciliation process. Ensure all adjustments are billed timely and correctly per lease requirements.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.

Minimum of 1-2 years of accounting experience preferred but not required; real estate a plus.

Adaptability - maintains effectiveness in varying environments, tasks and responsibilities, or with various types of people.

Planning and Organizing - Ability to establish a course 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 - dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the external and internal client, establishes and maintains effective relationships with clients, and gains their trust and respect.

Dealing with Ambiguity - can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.

Drive for Results - can be counted on to exceed goals successfully, bottom line oriented, pushes self and others for results.

Microsoft office product knowledge specifically Excel is required, Access knowledge desirable.

Experience with some combination of Real Estate specific software specifically MRI, Yardi

JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce.  JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.  The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

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Job Posting: 12069056

Posted On: Jul 23, 2024

Updated On: Jul 23, 2024

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