Staff Accountant
JLL - Chicago, IL
Position Summary:
OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Accounting and Finance team in Chicago, IL. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in a career in accounting and wants to join an organization that will provide opportunities for growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participation in month end close, including preparation of journal entries
- Maintenance of general ledger accounts
- Accounts Receivable maintenance, tracking and research
- Invoicing for Property Management business line
- Proper Revenue Recognition under US GAAP
- Ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control procedures
- Assistance with budgeting and forecasting
- Working with internal customers both corporately and in the field to provide finance support and resolve issues
- Preparation of variance analysis on monthly financial statements
- Act as the Corporate Finance Retail PM SME (Subject Matter Expert)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- 1 - 2 years of accounting experience
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
- Possessing or pursing a CPA a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Self-starter with the ability to excel in a fast paced and customer service oriented environment
- Exceptional time management and organizational abilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
- Prior PeopleSoft experience, a plus
Start a lasting career with JLL today!
Total Rewards reflects JLL’s investment in employees’ needs and preferences in Career, Recognition, Well-being, Benefits and Pay. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit our Web site at www.us.am.joneslanglasalle.com/UnitedStates/EN-US/Pages/Careers.aspx to apply online. All resumes MUST BE submitted via our web site. Please reference Job 52789BR
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Posted: 30+ days ago
