Property Accountant

JLL•Stamford, CT

2d•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Account Overview Provide full scale accounting and reporting support for the Property & Facility management team, and function as a key member of the management team.

Requirements

B.S./B.A. - Accounting
5 years real estate accounting experience preferred.
Microsoft office product knowledge, Excel and real estate accounting software preferred (Yardi & SAP)
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Adaptability – maintains effectiveness in varying environments, tasks and responsibilities, or with various types of people. Can work in active team environment
Planning and Organizing – establish course of action to accomplish goals and evaluates results, develops schedules and task/people assignments, can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals, uses resources effectively and efficiently
Client Focus – dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the external and internal client, acts with client in mind, establishes and maintains effective relationships with clients and property managers, and gains their trust and respect

Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting Manage daily, weekly, monthly, and annual financial operations for the Greenwich, CT asset, Stamford Home Office, and satellite offices
Prepare and distribute monthly financial reports including journal entries, financial statements, bank reconciliations, and variance reporting with quarterly and monthly presentations
Assist with annual budget preparation and management – compile key assumptions and capital budget information, maintain lease-level budgeting for all tenants across the portfolio
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and requests as needed
Lead financial queries and updates regarding all JLL Corporate Payables Accounts Receivable & Tenant Management
Oversee Accounts Receivable process – monitor cash receipts, review and bill tenant recurring charges and billing adjustments
Manage tenant escalations, OPEX and real estate tax escalations and reconciliations
Oversee tenant rent statements and tenant billables across all properties
Review leases, leasing activity, and critical lease dates (in conjunction with lease admin.) to ensure accurate billing and budgeting
Prepare annual estimated operating expenses for tenant billing
Coordinate annual year-end reconciliation process – CAM, OPEX true up, percentage rent, insurance, utilities, sewer/trash, real estate taxes Accounts Payable & Vendor Management
Submit, approve, and manage Accounts Payable process – review invoice coding and approvals
Manage funding requests and coordinate payment processes across the portfolio
Manage JLL payroll and invoicing processes Client & Team Coordination
Serve as primary point of contact for Client Finance team and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual income & expense reporting
Supervise, coordinate, and execute daily, weekly, monthly cadences with JLL Client Accounting Services (CAS)
Provide oversight and management of JLL CAS for AP runs, funding requests, monthly upload files, and ledger syncing between JLL (Yardi) and Client (SAP)
Coordinate payroll reporting process
Attend both client and internal meetings as required, along with weekly client rapport for Portfolio updates
Serve as backup to Facility Manager for coverage in relation to management of client’s home office.
Administrative & Compliance Perform & Manage All Administration responsibilities for Greenwich asset. This includes but not limited to: Submitting Invoices (weekly), Utility Payments (monthly), Rent Statement Creation (Work Orders, Mutual Tenant Adjustments), etc.
Provide oversight of lease administration for both tenants in Greenwich Asset and in conjunction with Facilities for Portfolio
Assist in all property audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards
Handle ad hoc requests