Portfolio Accountant, IAF

JLL • Chicago, IL

268d • $95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

LaSalle Investment Management is currently seeking a Portfolio Accountant. This individual will serve in a supporting role to help manage a significant portion of the accounting and reporting process for three real estate investment portfolios reporting under Fair Value GAAP. This individual will report to the Portfolio Controller.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-3 years of accounting experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA designation is preferred. Candidate will be expected to achieve CPA in order to qualify for future progression
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think creatively and independently develop solutions to problems
• Effectiveness in reviewing own work to achieve high levels of accuracy
• Extremely organized multi-tasker
• Team player who works well both independently and in a team environment
• Strong knowledge of technical accounting concepts
• Strongly proficient in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel

Responsibilities

• Assist in the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes
• Accurately calculate, interpret, and communicate financial performance returns
• Complete monthly financial analysis, review monthly financial statements provided by property managers, may include the review of property accounting information prepared by joint venture partners
• Accurately complete cash management transactions and cash tracking
• Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as year-end audit and tax requirements
• Create efficiency in and effectiveness of the financial reporting process as well as improve client services
• Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions
• Assist with various special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for this position: 95,000.00 - 105,000.00 USD per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Real Estate
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree