Senior Property Accountant

Clear Investment Group•Chicago, IL

2d•$85,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Property Accountant at Clear Investment Group, you will be an integral part of a high-performing team within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. This role offers exposure to all facets of real estate investment—from accounting and financial reporting to deal underwriting and asset management. We are seeking a driven, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic setting and is excited to contribute to the continued growth of an expanding real estate platform.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA and/or public accounting experience preferred, but not required)
5+ years of accounting experience; real estate experience strongly preferred
Proficiency in month-end close procedures and financial statement preparation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent organizational and time management abilities in a fast-paced setting

Nice To Haves

Experience with Yardi software is a significant plus

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle month-end close processes, including journal entries, general ledger management, and financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, and annual).
Manage Yardi workflows, including invoice processing via PayScan and utility expense oversight through Yes Energy.
Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and independent variance analyses to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Oversee company-wide expense management, including spend tracking, user onboarding, and compliance reporting.
Develop and enhance internal control procedures and financial policies to drive consistency and transparency.
Reconcile complex accounts, including bank, GL, intercompany transactions, amortization schedules, and real estate tax payments.
Partner with property management teams to address operational accounting challenges and streamline reporting.
Collaborate with external tax advisors to ensure timely K-1 distributions and adherence to filing deadlines.
Support annual audits by preparing deliverables and coordinating with auditors.
Conduct ad hoc analyses and provide financial insights to support executive decision-making.