Associate, Property Accountant

Job description

Property Accountant

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have nearly 300 corporate offices across 80 countries, with a team of more than 93,000 individuals and believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential.

With us, you’ll have a chance to innovate with the world’s leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You’ll also make long-lasting professional connections and be inspired by the best. We’re focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions—join us at JLL.

JLL is seeking an experienced Property Accountant to join our team in Westmont, IL.

Responsibilities:

·  Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, and ability to learn various types of real estate accounting software
·  Prepare timely and accurate monthly property financial statements for a 3 to 4 property portfolio  by deadlines established within Client Accounting Services and by external Client
·  Prepare additional schedules, which are required to support account balances or are specifically required by owners
·  Submit financial statements and work papers in reviewable form (including documentation) and within the proper time frame for review
·  Responsible for cash management of assigned properties
·  Insure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly
·  Maintain a working knowledge of mortgage agreements and management agreements for assigned properties
·  Assist property manager in responding to tenant and owner requests for financial information

Requirements:

·  Bachelor's degree in Accounting
·  1 - 2 years accounting experience preferred but not required; real estate a plus
·  Strong analytical skills, organizational skills
·  Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic
·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills
·  Computer proficiency
·  Strong attention to detail and proficient time management and the ability to excel in a fast paced environment.

What you can expect from us

We succeed together—across the desk and around the globe and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay.

We can’t wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL.

Apply today!

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