Accounting Associate
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies•Oak Brook, IL
•$24 - $29
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 (Associate degree in Accounting or Business preferred)
- 2+ years of administrative or accounting support experience (real estate preferred)
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (PPO)
- Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match
- Vacation Time
- Nine Paid Holidays
- Three floating holidays per year
- Sick time
- Tuition reimbursement opportunity
- Company-paid life insurance equaling your annual base salary
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
