Real Estate Advisory Senior/Supervisor

Miller Cooper & Co., Ltd.•Chicago, IL

12d•$70,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Miller Cooper is seeking a Real Estate Advisory – Senior / Supervisor to join our growing team! With over 105 years of independent, client-focused service in Chicago, we've grown organically—never through mergers or acquisitions. That means more opportunity, more impact, and a real voice in your department and your career. We offer a hybrid work environment with flexible locations- your choice of offices in Chicago, Deerfield, and Downers Grove. We have a culture of collaboration where we win as a team and lose as a team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting
CPA, or CPA eligibility (with 150 credit hours)
4+ years of experience in public accounting industry, preferably at a mid-market firm servicing real estate clients and / or 4+ years of progressive accounting experience within the real estate industry
At least 2 years operating in a Senior role at a public accounting firm
Passion for client service and an entrepreneurial mindset
DAILY ACCESS TO RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION to travel to and from client locations and our office locations
Strong collaboration skills and desire to work as a team

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise monthly and quarterly close processes, including review of bank reconciliations, journal entries, financial statement preparation, and reporting packages for client management teams.
Advise-on and oversee transaction-related accounting, including purchase price allocations, opening balance sheet setups, and gain/loss calculations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client objectives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with audit and tax teams to provide integrated solutions for compliance engagements.
Facilitate tax and audit requests and act as an intermediary between client management and various internal service teams.
Provide consulting and facilitation on accounting and tax matters related to entity structuring, transaction planning, business process improvement, and workflow optimization for real estate clients.
Review testing and workpapers prepared by staff for key advisory areas such as cash, accounts receivable/payable, fixed assets, revenue recognition, operating expenses, and debt compliance.
Identify complex issues and develop solutions proactively; communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership and client stakeholders.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and enhancing client satisfaction through strategic insights and high-quality deliverables.
Coach and mentor staff, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and support for professional development.
Stay current on accounting, auditing, and tax standards relevant to real estate, and lead team training initiatives to ensure compliance and best practices.
Manage special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned, including process improvement and technology integration efforts.