Senior Accounting Associate I

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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 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.   

Senior Accounting Associate I – JLL

What this job involves:

As a Senior Accounting Associate I at JLL, you will perform professional-level accounting duties that maintain the financial integrity of our operations. This role is essential to ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting standards, and exceptional service delivery to our clients. You will work with moderately complex financial transactions while supporting budget preparation, annual audits, and year-end closings. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to JLL's commitment to financial excellence and client satisfaction.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition in compliance with contract terms and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations with precision and timeliness
• Execute month-end and year-end close activities, including balance sheet and cash account reconciliations and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and document journal entries, reclass entries, and accruals according to established standards
• Perform monthly client invoicing as part of Integrated Facilities Management agreements for designated sites
• Support cash management activities, including check processing and reconciliations
• Review expense reports and purchasing card transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with corporate guidelines
• Oversee accounts receivable maintenance and research, focusing on items over 30 days past due to meet AR objectives and metrics
• Produce timely and accurate monthly financial statements with variance analysis, including supporting revenue schedules, labor reports, and expense reviews

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2-5 years of accounting experience
• Advanced accounting and analytical skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Real estate accounting experience
• Experience with real estate accounting software (MRI, Skyline, Timberline)
• JD Edwards E1 knowledge
• Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic
• Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments
• Strong understanding of and commitment to client service delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams to build effective business partner relationships
• Proven ability to multi-task, work successfully under pressure, and prioritize effectively to meet client needs

Location: Kaneohe, HI | Onsite

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams.

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

85,000.00 – 95,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Kaneohe, HI

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

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