Sr Accounting Manager

JLL•Westmont, IL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Senior Accounting Manager M2 – JLL Location: Hybrid – Westmont, IL What this job involves: As Senior Accounting Manager within our Client Accounting Services (CAS) group, you'll lead a dynamic team of accounting professionals while serving as a key strategic partner to our Controller in delivering exceptional financial services across our diverse client portfolio. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape accounting operations, drive excellence in financial reporting, and serve as the primary liaison for new business onboarding across our Westmont office. You'll be at the forefront of maintaining rigorous compliance standards, developing talent, and building lasting relationships with clients and internal partners. If you're an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where your leadership directly impacts business growth and operational excellence, this position provides the perfect platform to advance your career with a global real estate leader.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (BS/BA) from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial governance within a corporate or client service environment.
Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience with proven ability to hire, train, evaluate, and develop accounting professionals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Nice To Haves

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and/or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) designation strongly preferred.
Experience with SSAE 16/SOC1 (formerly SAS70) or SOX-related design and review of control platforms and frameworks.
Background in forensic data analysis or financial investigations.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis functions.
Familiarity with property management accounting systems such as Yardi or MRI, or demonstrated ability to quickly master specialized accounting software.
Track record of successfully adapting to ambiguous situations and making sound decisions without complete information in dynamic business environments.
Strong planning and organizational skills with proven ability to orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously while meeting competing deadlines.
Experience working in a customer-focused environment with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Leading and developing a team of 4-6 Accountants and Accounting Managers, providing mentorship, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering professional growth within your direct reports.
Partnering closely with the Controller to manage accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple CAS clients, serving as the go-to resource for procedures, complex issues, and stakeholder inquiries both internally and externally.
Overseeing compliance monitoring activities in collaboration with the Senior Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller, ensuring adherence to internal controls, best practices, and Service Organization Control Report (SOCR) requirements while leading implementation of improvements and supporting annual audit processes.
Serving as the primary CAS liaison to the internal onboarding solutions team, property teams, and client personnel for all incoming properties, ensuring seamless integration of new client accounts into the business line.
Conducting comprehensive workpaper reviews to evaluate compliance with objectives and verify adequacy of procedures and documentation, while proactively managing the oversight environment to identify and resolve key issues before they escalate.
Communicating findings and recommendations to Senior Leadership and business partners through dashboards, KPIs, and detailed reports that effectively frame issues and provide actionable solutions.
Leading special projects and initiatives that drive operational improvements and enhance service delivery across the CAS organization.