Senior Accountant

The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies • Downers Grove, IL

7d • $90,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant prepares accurate and timely financial statements, maintains general ledger activity, analyzes financial results, and supports the accounting needs of real estate assets. The role works closely with Accounting, Finance, and Asset Management and offers exposure to financial reporting, acquisitions, internal controls, audits, and special accounting projects.

The position provides ownership of core accounting responsibilities while supporting multiple areas of the business, financial reporting, and process improvements across established and newly acquired assets. The ideal candidate is curious, collaborative, dependable, and comfortable taking initiative to research issues and identify opportunities to improve processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting from a four-year college or university.
• 2–5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of general ledger and financial statement accounting.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with JD Edwards or a comparable general ledger/accounting system.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.

Nice To Haves

• Real estate accounting experience is preferred.
• CPA designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Record and review monthly balance sheet and income statement activity.
• Research and analyze financial activity and summarize financial results.
• Record acquisition and disbursement activity for new and existing assets.
• Review general ledger activity and investigate discrepancies.
• Partner with Finance, Asset Management, and other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with the development and documentation of accounting policies and business processes.
• Help maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Provide documentation and support for year-end audits.
• Assist with special accounting projects and other initiatives as needed.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (PPO).
• Participation in the company 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Vacation time, nine paid holidays, and three floating holidays per year.
• Sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunity.
• Company-paid life insurance equaling annual base salary.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid parental leave.
• Eligible to participate in the company's annual discretionary bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior