Senior Accountant Job at JLL (Westmont)

Senior Accountant

JLL

Location:
United States , Westmont

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

79000.00 - 88000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant for our Client Accounting Services team in Westmont, IL. This role involves managing complex accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and supporting diverse clients. The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, analytical skills, and can work independently while collaborating effectively. Key responsibilities include full-cycle accounting, financial analysis, assisting with closings, and guiding junior staff. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment, ideal for experienced accountants looking to advance their career in client-focused financial management and reporting.

Job Responsibility:

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

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
Minimum of 2-4 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

Nice to have:

real estate a plus
Access knowledge desirable
Experience with some combination of Real Estate specific software specifically MRI, Yardi

What we offer:

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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