JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.   

About JLL –

JLL is a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in commercial real estate. We shape the future of real estate by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. At JLL, we value what makes you unique, and we’re committed to give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success.

Opportunity –

Senior Accountant – Chicago, IL

We are seeking a skilled Senior Accountant (P2) to join our JLL Real Estate Capital (JREC) Controllership team in Chicago, IL.  JREC, an important component of our Capital Markets Services segment, is a specialized business that manages mortgage banking activities with both federal agencies and lending institutions.  Resources will be deployed and fully utilized to meet monthly, quarterly and annual deliverables at the required time, quality and cost consistent with Global Controllership standards.  This role will report to the JREC Controllership Manager.

Responsibilities –

Our Senior Accountant performs a variety of professional level accounting duties involved in preparing, verifying, reconciling, maintaining and analyzing, moderately complex financial transactions, statements, records, and reports.  You will maintain the accuracy of the ledgers and financial systems; assist in the preparation of assigned budgets, annual audit, and quarter and year end closings.   Key responsibilities are as follows:

·       Process revenue transaction in a timely manner, obtaining required documentation to support revenue recognition and reconciling between loan servicing platform and general ledger.

·       Manage daily cash receipts, clearing accounts receivable, tracking escrow balances to support mortgage closings and reconciling between loan servicing platform and general ledger.

·       Record month-end journal entries and provide support, as needed, for monthly and quarterly financial statement analyses

·       Review commission calculations, ensuring accuracy of calculations and accruals

·       Perform monthly balance sheet and income statement reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner, escalating issues as necessary

·       Support preparation and issuance of financial statements for both SEC and Regulatory filings

·       Assist with SOX compliance and financial statement audits, walking through key controls, providing audit schedules and answering auditor questions 

·       Coordinate and collaborate with Capital Markets, Regional and Global JLL teams

·       Support and lead various ad hoc projects as needed

Qualifications –  

·       Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA a plus

• 3-5 years of accounting experience

·       Commercial real estate or banking experience preferred

·       Advanced accounting and analytical skills

·       Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications required; experience with PeopleSoft and AI tools a plus

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·       Demonstrated consistency in values, principles and work ethic

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