Senior Accounting Manager, REMS

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• Job Description 

  We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Accounting Manager M2 to join our Client Accounting Services group in Westmont, IL. The ideal candidate will lead a team of accounting professionals, oversee the new business team within the office business line, oversee new client accounts, and ensure the delivery of high-quality financial services. This role requires strong leadership skills, extensive accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple client relationships effectively. 

  Responsibilities:  

  • Support the Controller in managing the accounting and reporting for multiple clients serviced by CAS; function as a resource both internally and externally regarding procedures, issues and inquiries 

  • Support the Senior Accounting Manager/Assistant Controller in monitoring compliance with controls, best practices and SOCR (Service Organization Control Report, formerly SAS-70) requirements for the corporate client portfolio.  Help develop and implement changes as required and assist in related annual SOCR audits 

  • Serve as the CAS liason to the internal onboarding solutions team, property teams and client personnel with incoming properties. 

  • Oversee the review activities performed by staff of 4 – 6 Accountants including workpaper reviews to assess compliance with objectives and adequacy of procedures and documentation performed. The role will also have direct supervision of the Accounting Manager level. 

  • Proactively manage the Oversight environment, ensuring key issues have been identified and addressed 

  • Conduct ongoing communications with Senior Leadership and business partners via findings, dashboards, KPIs, other reports- communicating findings, framing issues providing recommendations 

  • Hire, train, evaluate and develop staff members 

  • Work on special projects 

• Competencies: 

  • Adaptability- maintains effectiveness in varying environments, tasks and responsibilities, or with various types of people 

  • Planning and Organizing- establish course of action to accomplish goals and evaluates results, develops schedules and task/people assignments, can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals, uses resources effectively and efficiently 

  • Customer Focus- dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of the external and internal customer, acts with customer in mind, establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers, and gains their trust and respect 

  • Dealing with Ambiguity – can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty 

  •  Motivating Others- creates a climate in which people want to do their best, empowers others, makes each individual feel their work is important 

• Qualifications 

  • BS in Accounting; CPA and/or CIA preferred 

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial governance required 

  • Prior supervisory experience a plus 

  • SSAE 16/SOC1 (formerly SAS70) or SOX related design and review of control platforms a plus; forensic data analysis a plus 

  • Excellent communication skills-both written and oral 

  • Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft applications with ability to quickly learn our systems: Yardi and MRI 

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

Estimated compensation for this position:

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:

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:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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