Associate Accountant

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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Join our upcoming Accounting Associate Cohort Class of 2028 for our Client Accounting Services in Westmont, IL. This is a hybrid role in our Westmont office.
About the Rotational Program
As an accounting associate, you'll be provided with various career paths within our Real Estate Management Services Accounting team. We encourage you to learn about the many growth options within the organization. Associates will rotate through four roles within accounting over 2 - year period. Each rotation will provide an opportunity to participate in the daily activities of a specific area while learning the interactions between functions, providing knowledge and experience to leverage from as you progress your career  an Accounting Cohort, you will be matched with a Peer Mentor who will serve as a source
of knowledge, support, and training. Your mentor, alongside your manager, will help you to develop the skills needed for success within your position. JLL is committed to investing in your future. One way we invest in you is by creating opportunities or networking amongst peers as well as leadership. You will be invited to join Lunch & Learns and monthly full-staff meetings, where you'll be exposed to a greater network of JLL employees and organized business groups.

Job Summary
The Accounting Associate will be responsible for the execution and distribution of financial statements for a portfolio of properties. This position has significant interaction with the operations staff, specifically property managers and members of the financial planning and analysis team.
Prepare financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger monthend close, actual to budget variance review, audits, and knowledge of real estate accounting software

Prepare timely and accurate monthly property financial statements for a 4 to 6 property portfolio by deadlines established within Client Accounting Services and by external Clients

Prepare additional schedules, which are required to support account balances or are specifically required by owners

Submit financial statements and work papers in reviewable form (including documentation)
and within the proper time frame for review

Responsible for cash management of assigned properties

Ensure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly

Coordinate Accounts Payable process - review invoice coding and approvals, and ensure compliance with all appropriate controls are in place

Maintain a working knowledge of mortgage agreements and management agreements for
assigned properties

Assist property manager in responding to tenant and owner requests for financial
information

Desired experience and technical skills…