Accounting Associate

Inland Real Estate•Oak Brook, IL

About The Position

The Inland Real Estate Group is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Associate to support our Inland Private Capital and Corporate Finance & Accounting teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys both administrative and accounting responsibilities, and is eager to contribute to the operational success of a highly collaborative team.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
2+ years of administrative or accounting support experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
Proficiency in file-sharing platforms (SharePoint, Box, or similar)
Basic knowledge of accounting systems (Yardi or similar general ledger systems)
Strong data entry and 10-key skills
Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Accounting or Business preferred
Real estate experience preferred
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Professional communication skills with all levels of the organization
A proactive, team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Performing weekly and monthly bank reconciliations
Maintaining and distributing loan and bank statements
Downloading financial data from banking platforms and assisting with cash reporting
Supporting year-end audit processes, including confirmations
Importing financial data into accounting systems (e.g., Yardi)
Tracking W-9 requests, financial reporting deadlines, and entity activity
Assisting with cash management functions, including check deposits
Coordinating travel, expense reporting, and team calendars
Supporting onboarding for new finance team members
Preparing presentations and assisting with department SOP documentation
Maintaining files, records, and shared resources (e.g., contact lists, entity tracking)
Providing cross-functional support and assisting with special projects as needed