Accounting Associate (CAAS - Real Estate)
CliftonLarsonAllen•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
CLA is seeking an Accounting Associate to support its Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) Real Estate team. The role is based in Chicago or another Central Illinois office and provides accounting services to multiple clients, working across different software and charts of accounts. The associate handles daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes, including transaction processing, financial statements, reconciliations, and tax-related forms.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree is required; a combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Nice To Haves
- Accounting and financial experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Handle multiple clients, software platforms, and charts of accounts on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
- Coordinate and process accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
- Complete financial statements as part of month-end processing.
- Coordinate and complete account reconciliations, including bank and credit card reconciliations, prepaids, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, and accruals.
- Complete complex account reconciliations previously set up and supported by a Senior Associate, Assistant Controller, Controller, or CFO.
- Complete sales tax returns, Form 1099s, and other forms or items requested by clients as part of quarterly and annual processing.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit options, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
