Senior Corporate Accountant

AJ Capital Partners•Chicago, IL

2h•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJCP”) is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant to support the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions across its management and operating entities and support its rapid growth across various investment platforms focused on the hospitality, mixed-use, and single-family rental sectors. ABOUT AJCP Adventurous Journeys ("AJCP") Capital Partners is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager founded in 2008. The firm repositions real estate to build timeless, scalable businesses and brand platforms. We deliver returns on transformative real estate by applying placemaking, inspired design, and hospitality principles to spaces overlooked or undervalued by traditional investment firms. The firm’s current portfolio includes $5.9 billion of assets across 100+ properties and 50+ geographic markets. With a mission to humanize hospitality through handcrafted projects made by people for people, AJCP delivers spaces that evoke emotional connections and become backdrops for enriching life experiences. Our headquarters are in Nashville, with offices in Chicago, London, and Miami. For more information on AJCP, please visit www.ajcpt.com. ABOUT THE ROLE The Senior Corporate Accountant will execute day-to-day accounting and financial reporting activities for AJCP’s management and brand companies, including general ledger accounting, monthly close processes, and consolidated financial reporting. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting, operational discipline, and scalable accounting processes across a growing organization.

Requirements

2+ years of progressive accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statements, and financial reporting
Experience executing month-end close and account reconciliation processes
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting fundamentals
Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders across functions and levels
Demonstrated ability to independently manage responsibilities, prioritize effectively, and consistently deliver high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment
Collaborative and team-oriented approach with the flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs
A process improvement mindset with an interest in helping build scalable accounting operations

Nice To Haves

Big 4 public accounting experience
Experience within private equity, real estate, or other complex multi-entity environments
Prior experience in a high-growth or evolving business environment
CPA license or active progress toward CPA certification

Responsibilities

Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Prepare consolidated financial statements and lender reporting packages in coordination with the broader corporate accounting team
Support accounting analyses and transaction recording in accordance with GAAP, including application of revenue recognition guidance under ASC 606
Develop a strong understanding of key business and operational agreements, including debt agreements, management agreements, and licensing agreements, and ensure compliance with related accounting and reporting requirements
Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information
Support the annual audit process by preparing schedules, coordinating documentation requests, and assisting with auditor inquiries
Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting workflows to support the continued growth and scalability of the organization
Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and variance analyses to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting
Own assigned balance sheet accounts and related reconciliations, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items and accuracy of supporting documentation
Contribute to special projects, ad hoc analyses, and process improvement initiatives as needed