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Senior Portfolio Accountant

United States, Chicago Employment contract 105000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted April 27, 2026
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You know what's awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within.

Job Responsibility

  • Take a lead role in monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Review and record admittance of new investors
  • Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as tax requirements
  • Coordinate with cash management group to execute cash transactions (investor subscriptions, investor distributions, invoice payment, quarterly fees)
  • Review property management financial statements
  • Quarterly financial analysis, including review of investment accounting information
  • Calculate, analyze and report performance returns
  • Assist in closing the books and records for the preparation of SEC filings
  • Respond to client inquiries
  • Create efficiency in and effectiveness of the financial reporting process, including effective usage of technology, as well as improve client services
  • Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions
  • Take the lead on special projects as assigned

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of real estate accounting
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • CPA designation is strongly preferred

What we offer

  • bonus
  • medical insurance
  • vision insurance
  • dental insurance
  • life insurance
  • disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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