Accounting Manager, REMS

What this job involves

Property Accounting Manager - JLL

Join JLL's Client Accounting Services (CAS) team as an Accounting Manager where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional financial management and reporting services to our diverse portfolio of corporate clients. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead accounting operations across multiple client relationships while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and financial governance. You'll collaborate closely with senior leadership, mentor a talented team of accounting professionals, and drive continuous improvement in our service delivery model.

As a key member of the CAS team, you'll contribute directly to JLL's mission of helping clients achieve their real estate and investment objectives through precise financial oversight and strategic insights.

• Support the Senior Accounting Manager in overseeing comprehensive accounting and reporting operations for multiple CAS clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all deliverables
• Monitor and maintain compliance with established controls, best practices, and SOCR (Service Organization Control Report) requirements across the corporate client portfolio
• Lead and supervise a team of 4-6 Accountants, conducting thorough workpaper reviews to ensure compliance with objectives and adequacy of procedures and documentation
• Proactively manage the oversight environment by identifying key issues, developing solutions, and ensuring prompt resolution of accounting challenges
• Communicate regularly with senior leadership and business partners through comprehensive findings reports, dashboards, KPIs, and strategic recommendations
• Recruit, train, evaluate, and develop team members to build a high-performing accounting organization
• Execute special projects and initiatives that enhance service delivery and operational efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting with CPA and/or CIA certification strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial governance in a professional services environment
• Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience with proven ability to manage and develop accounting professionals
• Experience with SSAE 16/SOC1 (formerly SAS
  70) or SOX-related design and review of control platforms strongly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience in real estate accounting or property management accounting systems
• Forensic data analysis experience and investigative accounting skills
• Familiarity with Yardi and MRI software platforms or similar property management systems
• Previous experience in a client services or consulting environment
• Knowledge of real estate investment and financial reporting standards
• Project management experience with ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience supporting external audits and regulatory compliance initiatives

Location: Westmont, IL

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position: 95,000. USD per year

Location: On-site - Westmont, IL

Energy to contribute and grow in a collaborative environment is welcomed. External promotional content has been removed to focus on the role responsibilities and qualifications.

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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