Jll

Real Estate

AccountingManager,REMS

$95–108k Westmont, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Accounting Manager, REMS at Jll. Skills: Accounting operations, Financial reporting, Team leadership. Oversee accounting and reporting operations. Monitor compliance with controls”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensuring accuracy and timeliness of deliverables; Ensuring compliance with objectives; Adequacy of procedures and documentation; Prompt resolution of accounting challenges; Enhance service delivery; Operational efficiency

Industry & Context.

Real Estate
Problems you'll solve

Analytical and problem-solving capabilities; Attention to detail and accuracy

Eligibility Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial governance, Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Nice to Have

CPA and/or CIA certification, Experience with SSAE 16/SOC1 (formerly SAS70) or SOX-related design and review of control platforms, Experience in real estate accounting or property management accounting systems, Forensic data analysis experience, 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, Experience supporting external audits and regulatory compliance initiatives

What You'll Do.

Oversee accounting and reporting operations

Monitor compliance with controls

Lead and supervise Accountants

Conduct workpaper reviews

Communicate findings reports

evaluate team members

Execute special projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with senior leadership; Communicate with business partners

Communication Scope

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to present complex financial information clearly

Process & Methodology

Project management experience

Full Job Description

**JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way**. 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. **What this job involves:** 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. **What your day-to-day will look like:** • 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

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