Sr. Accountant II

4 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States JLL Full time

What this job involves:
As a Sr.

Accountant II at JLL, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining financial records for our organization.

You will contribute to the financial success of our company through your strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices.


Your day-to-day tasks will include:
Preparing and reviewing complex journal entries, financial statements, and account reconciliations

Analyzing and interpreting financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement

Leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather financial information and support business decisions

Complete and support regular and ad-hoc reporting including internal and client-ready documents, reports and presentations.

Assisting with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports

Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and accounting standards

Mentoring and providing guidance to junior accountants

Desired experience and technical skills:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (preferred)

Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis

Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS

Experience with real estate accounting or JD Edwards E1 knowledge a plus

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

Experience with data analysis tools and financial modeling

Requirements:
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational and time management abilities

Ability to work independently and within a team to build relationships and interact effectively with business partners

Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities and assignments

Understanding of and commitment to client services

Ability to multi-task, work successfully under pressure and effectively prioritize and manage time and workload to meet client needs

Preferred:
Knowledge of real estate or property management industry

Familiarity with JLL's financial systems and processes

JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce.

JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g.

child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran's status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.

The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

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