Senior Portfolio Accountant

LaSalle Investment Management•Chicago, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

LaSalle Investment Management is currently seeking a Senior Portfolio Accountant. This individual will serve in a lead role to help manage a significant portion of the accounting and reporting process for one or more real estate investment portfolios utilizing Fair Value GAAP and IFRS. This individual will report to the Portfolio Controller.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
CPA designation is strongly preferred - Candidate will be expected to achieve CPA in order to qualify for future progression
Motivated self-starter with excellent communication and inter-personal skills
Ability to think creatively and to take the lead in solving problems
Extremely organized multi-tasker with great attention to detail
Team player who works well independently as well as with others
Ability to work effectively with off-site managers and clients
Strong sense of accountability for quality of own work and the work of the team
Strong knowledge of technical accounting concepts
Must be willing to work extra hours, whether early or late, when necessary
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (especially Excel) and experience with general ledger systems
US Jobs Only: This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Take a lead role in monthly, quarterly and annual accounting closes
Assist in preparing SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, etc.)
Review property management financial statements
Prepare and post journal entries
Quarterly financial analysis, including review of investment accounting information
Coordinate with cash management group to execute cash transactions (capital calls, investor distributions, property purchases and sales)
Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as year-end audit and tax requirements
Calculate, analyze and report performance returns
Respond to client inquires
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
Take the lead on special projects as assigned